'The book is extensively researched and is invaluable in understanding governance and causes of peace and conflict.' A. R. Abootalebi, Choice
'… an excellent addition to an upper division undergraduate class or part of an introductory graduate seminar, where it would provide a valuable overview of the different bodies of research and theories on the relationship between governance and peace development.' Geraldine O'Mahony, International Studies Review
Governance for Peace presents a comprehensive analysis of the dimensions of governance that are most likely to prevent armed conflict and foster sustainable peace. It is an accessible study written for the general reader that brings together the best empirical evidence across numerous disciplines showing how effective governance and inclusive, participatory, and accountable institutions help to reduce violence by addressing social needs and providing mechanisms for resolving disputes. This balanced and incisive book gives meaning to the term 'good governance' and identifies the specific features of political and economic institutions that are most likely to promote peace within and between states. Concepts and topics examined in the book include political legitimacy, human security, 'political goods', governance and power, inclusion, accountability, social cohesion, gender equality, countering corruption, the role of civil society, democratic participation, development as freedom, capitalism and economic growth, the governance of markets, China and the 'East Asian peace', the European Union, and global institutions.
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Introduction: governance and conflict prevention; 1. When governance is 'good'; Part I. Capacity: 2. The security paradox; 3. Social capacity; Part II. Qualities: 4. Inclusion and social equity; 5. Gender equality; 6. Countering corruption; Part III. Dimensions: 7. Democracy; 8. Development; 9. Markets, development and peace; 10. Global governing; 11. Governance present and future.
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An evidence-based analysis of governance focusing on the institutional capacities and qualities that reduce the risk of armed conflict.
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781108415934
Publisert
2017-09-21
Utgiver
Cambridge University Press; Cambridge University Press
Vekt
550 gr
Høyde
236 mm
Bredde
157 mm
Dybde
21 mm
Aldersnivå
P, U, 06, 05
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
302