Global Politics · Thematic study: Peace and conflict

PC.3 — Nature, practice and study

Global Politics · SL / HL · syllabus-mapped notes

1. Conflict dynamics, causes and types

   Conflict dynamics (Galtung, positions–interests–needs), the causes of conflict, and inter-, intra-, non- and extra-state types.

2. Peacemaking, peacekeeping and peacebuilding

   Making peace (negotiations and treaties), keeping peace, and building lasting peace through reconciliation and justice institutions.