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A Tutor And A Student @ Lagos State University
Clarifying the Concepts of Peacemaking, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding
<p>For some time, I have been at the center of ambiguity about the differences between some major terms and key pillars used in diplomacy particularly in conflict resolution and international relations. These include peacekeeping, peacemaking, and peacebuilding.</p><p><br/></p><p>However, after attending a class on Defence and Strategic Studies where the lecturer spotlighted and gave lucid explanations about these concepts, I finally understood and developed a deeper appreciation of their differences and the areas where each one operates.</p><p><br/></p><p>To start with, peacemaking is the process of putting an active end to a conflict and reaching a peace agreement between quarreling parties. It usually takes place during ongoing conflict, even before a ceasefire, through negotiation, mediation, or diplomatic pressure. It is a situation where the two conflicting parties and sometimes diplomats from other nations not involved in the conflict sit at a round table to make peace and resolve the crisis.</p><p><br/></p><p>Peacekeeping, on the other hand, often involves the deployment of international personnel to conflict zones after a ceasefire to help maintain peace. It occurs when two parties suspend hostilities, and there is a need to prevent the conflict from restarting. Peacekeepers do not take sides, and peacekeeping missions are usually carried out by the United Nations (UN).</p><p><br/></p><p>Peacebuilding, as its name implies, has to do with long-term efforts to provide sustainable resolution. Just like physical building which requires laying a foundation, arranging blocks, roofing, and finishing—peacebuilding is a slow, deliberate process. It focuses on addressing the root causes of conflict and ensuring that such conflict does not reoccur. Although it takes time buy it creates a lasting and sustainable peace.</p><p><br/></p><p>Don’t stop moving.</p><p>Keep learning every day.</p><p>Keep growing.</p><p><br/></p><p>Do you have any additional thoughts on this?</p><p>Let me know in the comments.</p><p><br/></p>
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