Federalism and Peace Mediation

Author(s): Nicole Töpperwien (State Concepts)
Series: Peace Mediation Essentials
Publisher(s): Center for Security Studies (CSS), ETH Zurich; swisspeace
Publication Year: 2009

In order to reach a peace agreement, it may be necessary to develop a vision of the future state organization. In many conflicts, especially conflicts with an ethno-political component, a lack of power-sharing is amongst the root causes of conflict. Thus, future power-sharing arrangements, including federalism, can become a part of the agenda for peace. This 'Peace Mediation Essential', which was written by State Concepts, in collaboration with the Mediation Support Project and in consultation with the UN Mediation Support Unit, gives an introduction to federalism. Mediators will have to consult additional resources for further details.

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