Peacebuilding
/ˈpiːsˌbɪldɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of establishing lasting peace by addressing root causes of conflict and rebuilding political, social, and economic structures.
International organizations play a key role in peacebuilding after civil wars to prevent relapse into violence.
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Commentary
Peacebuilding is often distinguished from peacekeeping by its focus on long-term structural transformation rather than immediate security enforcement.
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