Breaks in the Storm: Recognizing Ripe Conditions for Mediation Between Disputing States

The theoretical model developed in this study distinguishes between the contextual factors associated with mediation success across two distinct dimensions. First, the model distinguishes between the contextual factors associated with mediation agreements and those associated with an actual reduction in conflict between states. Second, the model distinguishes between the contextual factors favorable for mediation success based upon the stage of the conflict between the disputants. By focusing upon both the initiation and success of mediation, the study permits a comparison of the factors that stimulate mediation efforts to those that promote their success. The results of this study permit the reconciliation of some of the divergent theoretical expectations within the mediation ripeness literature as well as the development of a better understanding of when international mediation is most likely to be successful.

Name thesis:degree_name

Ph.D.

Level thesis:degree_level

Dissertation

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Political Science

Grantor

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Year dc:date

2015

Author dc:creator

• Greig, James Michael

Contributors dc:contributor

• Diehl, Paul F.

• Political Science, International Law and Relations

Language dc:language

eng

Identifier

(MiAaPQ)AAI3069999

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:www.ideals.illinois.edu:2142/82555