Globalization and Challenges to Building Peace
Published on 1. December 2007
Book
Hardback
284 pages
978-1-84331-287-1 (ISBN)
Description
Although globalization creates new wealth and encourages technological innovations, it has also failed to support and promote sustainable human development and thus can be accused of generating anguish and deprivation. This has already resulted in growing civil unrest and, in some cases, contributed to armed conflicts in the developing world. However, peace and conflict research has hitherto somehow overlooked the influence of increasing globalization on the formation and management of such emerging conflicts. This impressive edited volume asks the question: what concrete measures exist which can be effective in addressing the causes of conflict and building peace in an increasingly interdependent world?
Reviews / Votes
'A very interesting collection of essays exploring the links among globalization, peace, conflict, and development. The roster of contributors includes not only some leading recognized experts but also several engaging new voices.'Dr. Ken Conca, Professor of Government and Politics, University of Maryland'Offers a thorough re-thinking of the evolving - and complex - pursuit of a world free from war.'Dr. James R. Lee, Associate Director for Technical Support and Training, American University, Washington DC'This book contains deep analyses, critical views, and future expectations on the impact of globalization, democracy, and international migration on conflicts and peace-building.'Hamdy A. Hassan, Professor of Political Science, Cairo University, Cairo, EgyptMore details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
20+ figures and tables
Dimensions
Height: 240 mm
Width: 161 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
593 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-84331-287-1 (9781843312871)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions
Ashok Swain | Ramses Amer | Joakim OEjendal
Globalization and Challenges to Building Peace
E-Book
12/2007
1st Edition
Anthem Press
€29.49
Available for download
Persons
Ashok Swain is Professor of Peace and Conflict Research, Uppsala University and Coordinator, Swedish Network of Peace, Conflict and Development Research.
Ramses Amer is Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Umea University.
Joakim OEjendal is Professor of Peace and Development Research, Gothenburg University.
Ramses Amer is Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Umea University.
Joakim OEjendal is Professor of Peace and Development Research, Gothenburg University.
Content
Acknowledgements; List of Contributors; Building Peace in the Era of Three Waves; The Problem of Peace: Understanding the 'Liberal Peace'; Pre-emptive Self-Defence New Legal Principle or Political Action?; Beyond Criminal Justice: Promoting the Rule of Law in Post-Conflict Societies; Peace by Pact: Data on the Implementation of Peace Agreements; Refugee Repatriation as a Necessary Condition for Peace; Catapulting Conflicts or Propelling Peace: Diasporas and Civil Wars; UN Peace Operations as Norm Entrepreneurs: The Challenge of Achieving Communicative Action on Human Rights; To Practice What They Preach: International Transitional Administrations and the Paradox of Norm Promotion; Re-examining the Roots of War in West Africa in a Globalizing World; The African Union (AU) and Its Commitment to Non-Indifference: Can the AU be an Actor for the Promotion of Human Security?; Hamas Between Sharia Rule and Demo-Islam; Environmental Scarcity and Intrastate Conflicts: The Case of Nepal; Narcotics: The New Security Threat for China; References; Bibliography