This publication provides an overview of key definitions, components and concepts of political settlements, based on existing literature. It also examines the p

Violent conflicts today are complex and increasinglyprotracted, involving more nonstate groups and regionaland international actors. It is estimated that by 203

This book makes seven recommendations to improve the quality of support that states and international organizations provide to peace processes.

This book makes seven recommendations to improve the quality of support that states and international organizations provide to peace processes.

The authors underline the fact that aid and other forms of external intervention need to be better directed in the so-called "fragile states" of the developing