Topics in Policy Analysis (Half-Term): International Peace Operations
Salman Ahmed
WWS 594Q

Course Description:

UN peace operations activity is presently at an all-time high, with over 100,000 troops, police and civilians deployed in 20 operations, Sudan/Darfur, the DRC, Lebanon, Liberia, Kosovo, Haiti and Afghanistan. Have reform efforts equipped the UN to handle this level of activity effectively? What are the challenges these operations face? What is the role of regional organizations? This seminar will examine int'l peace operations in post-Cold War era. Current and former senior UN officials will be brought in to discuss specific cases; assignments will include preparation of policy recommendations for discussion with these officials.

Course open to graduate students only.