General Information
Operation ASLAN is the deployment of Australian Defence Force personnel to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The Operation formally started on 23 September 2011. ADF personnel transitioned to Operation ASLAN from Operation AZURE, the ADF contribution to the former United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS).
On 9 July 2011, the Republic of South Sudan became the newest country in the world, following a six-year peace process than began with the signing of a Comprehensive Peace Agreement in 2005. The new United Nations Mission in South Sudan was established to support the new Republic of South Sudan to build a viable and secure future for its people. UNMISS will help establish conditions for nation-building and development in South Sudan.
The Australian Government has offered an ADF contingent of up to 25 personnel to Operation ASLAN, to be engaged in key headquarters positions, aviation and logistics support roles, as well as acting as military liaison officers.
The ADF personnel are deployed alongside 10 Australian Federal Police officers.
Operation ASLAN is commanded by Colonel Wesley Volant.