Elusive Peace

C. Rojas, J. Meltzer

ISBN 10: 140396744X / ISBN 13: 9781403967442

Published by Palgrave USA, US, 2005

About this Item

This book analyzes the first stage of the conflict in Colombia, the twenty-year search for a negotiated settlement which concluded in 2002 with the collapse of peace negotiations, and the transition that took place in 2002 to a new approach to peacemaking under the Uribe administration. Contributors examine the local, regional and international dynamics of the conflict, focusing on the effect of US foreign policy on Colombia and neighboring countries. Included also is discussion of the Colombian drug trade and its impact on attempts for peace and the country's economy; the evolution of Pastrana's 'Plan Colombia'; internal conflict; and the effects of indigenous movements on the current conflict.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Elusive Peace
• Publisher: Palgrave USA, US
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 140396744X
• ISBN 13: 9781403967442
• Binding: Hardback
• Edition: 2005 ed.
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book analyzes the first stage of the conflict in Colombia, the twenty-year search for a negotiated settlement which concluded in 2002 with the collapse of peace negotiations, and the transition that took place in 2002 to a new approach to peacemaking under the Uribe administration. Contributors examine the local, regional and international dynamics of the conflict, focusing on the effect of US foreign policy on Colombia and neighboring countries. Included also is discussion of the Colombian drug trade and its impact on attempts for peace and the country's economy; the evolution of Pastrana's 'Plan Colombia'; internal conflict; and the effects of indigenous movements on the current conflict.

About the Author

CRISTINA ROJAS is Associate Professor, School of International Affairs, Carleton University, Canada.