دانلود رایگان مقاله تجارت، صلح و سیاست جهانی: نقش شخص ثالث در حل اختلافات

Abstract

With the growing role of the private sector in global politics comes increasing challenges and opportunities, an example of which is conducting business in pre- and post-conflict environments. While the extant business literature discusses the work these actors can do to reduce tensions in conflict zones, the role of these actors is notably absent in studies of conflict resolution. In this article, I offer an overview of the findings on conflict resolution processes by scholars in the field of political science. I then draw from business scholarship and offer an overview of the positive contributions the private sector can and does make toward peace. I conclude by highlighting the problems of having disjointed approaches and offering a conceptual framework for how these distinct approaches can be combined to generate a more comprehensive understanding of conflict resolution.

6. Conclusion

The purpose of this article is to highlight research in the fields of political science and business on the topic of third-party conflict resolution. While both disciplines approach conflict resolution with distinct foci, merging the findings from these studies is both warranted and desirable. Moving forward requires scholarship that offers a systematic study of the roles that the aforementioned diverse actors play in preventing and resolving violent conflict. More systematic analysis is necessary to understand how corporations can be constructively engaged in volatile conflict environments. Understanding the roles these actors play and the outcomes of their efforts will enable us to encourage future involvement where opportunities for engagement might otherwise be missed. Increasing our knowledge and understanding of the corporate role in promoting peace generates important evidence useful for encouraging positive corporate involvement into the future, as well as useful tools for evaluating conflict resolution efforts.