Achieving Sustaining Peace Through Preventive Diplomacy

Preventive diplomacy is an important part of international conflict resolution mechanisms in the Asia Pacific region. This book presents new approaches and practices inspired by diplomatic innovation, taking account recent literature on normative issues and examining the impact of geopolitical competition and the COVID-19 crisis. It explores the connection between the Belt and Road Initiative and sustaining peace in the region.

Format: Hardback
Length: 392 pages
Publication date: 20 December 2021
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

Preventive diplomacy plays a crucial role in resolving international conflicts, particularly in the Asia Pacific region. Countries in this region possess the political determination to employ preventive diplomacy to fulfill the requirements for sustaining peace and security. However, the challenge lies in identifying approaches that align with consensual norms and are effective in addressing conflicts within the regional context.

To address this thematic challenge, this book aims to present innovative approaches and practices of preventative diplomacy. Drawing inspiration from diplomatic innovation across Asia-Pacific countries and beyond, it explores concepts such as the adaptive peace approach, continental approach, dominant coalition, and new leadership in peacebuilding. It also takes into account recent literature on normative issues related to preventative diplomacy, including international rule of law, normative entanglements, evolution, the establishment of impartial and independent mechanisms, the prohibition of child soldiers, the advancement of the woman peace and security agenda, and the role of Jus Post Bellum in UN peace operations.

Furthermore, the book examines the impact of geopolitical competition and the recent COVID-19 crisis on the security of the Asia Pacific region. It explores the connection between the Belt and Road Initiative and sustaining peace in the region. This book serves as a valuable resource for college students, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of international relations, political science, security studies, policy studies, diplomacy, and social issues. It provides insights into the recent developments in preventative diplomacy approaches and norms and their potential contributions to maintaining peace in the Asia Pacific.

Weight: 710g
Dimension: 254 x 237 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811221811