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Book Synopsis: In the last fifteen years, the number, size, and scope of peacekeeping missions deployed in the aftermath of civil wars have increased exponentially. From Croatia and Cambodia, to Nicaragua and Namibia, international personnel have been sent to maintain peace around the world. But does peacekeeping work? And if so, how? In Does Peacekeeping Work? Virginia Page Fortna answers these questions through the systematic analysis of civil wars that have taken place since the end of the Cold War. She compares peacekeeping and nonpeacekeeping cases, and she investigates where peacekeepers go, showing that their missions are crucial to the most severe internal conflicts in countries and regions where peace is otherwise likely to falter. Fortna demonstrates that peacekeeping is an extremely effective policy tool, dramatically reducing the risk that war will resume. Moreover, she explains that relatively small and militarily weak consent-based peacekeeping operations are often just as effective as larger, more robust enforcement missions. Fortna examines the causal mechanisms of peacekeeping, paying particular attention to the perspective of the peacekept--the belligerents themselves--on whose decisions the stability of peace depends. Based on interviews with government and rebel leaders in Sierra Leone, Mozambique, and the Chittagong Hill Tracts in Bangladesh, Does Peacekeeping Work? demonstrates specific ways in which peacekeepers alter incentives, alleviate fear and mistrust, prevent accidental escalation to war, and shape political procedures to stabilize peace.
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Are you seeking insights into the effectiveness of peacekeeping missions in maintaining peace after civil wars? Look no further than "Does Peacekeeping Work?: Shaping Belligerents' Choices after Civil War" by Virginia Page Fortna. This comprehensive book provides a systematic analysis of peacekeeping efforts post-Cold War, highlighting the crucial role that international personnel play in stabilizing conflict-ridden regions.
Virginia Page Fortna's research delves into the impact of peacekeeping versus nonpeacekeeping cases, revealing the effectiveness of peacekeeping in reducing the risk of war resurgence. Contrary to common perception, even smaller, consent-based peacekeeping operations can be as impactful as larger enforcement missions, fostering stability in areas prone to conflict. Learn how peacekeeping initiatives can reshape belligerents' decisions and pave the way for lasting peace.
Gain valuable insights into the causal mechanisms of peacekeeping from "Does Peacekeeping Work?". By examining real-life testimonies from government and rebel leaders in conflict zones like Sierra Leone and Mozambique, this book uncovers how peacekeepers influence incentives, mitigate fear, and shape political processes to prevent violence escalation. Discover the strategic importance of peacekeeping and its profound impact on global peace efforts.
Ready to explore the transformative power of peacekeeping in conflict resolution? Equip yourself with the knowledge provided in "Does Peacekeeping Work?" and discover the factors that drive successful peacekeeping interventions. Take the first step towards understanding the complexities of maintaining peace after civil wars and join the conversation on global peacebuilding today!
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