| ID | 087829 |
| Title Proper | Peacekeeping in the democratic republic of Congo |
| Other Title Information | waging peace and fighting war |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Tull, Denis M |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The UN peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC) has been derided as one of the world's least effective peacekeeping forces. This article assesses its performance by using two indicators: mandate implementation and the reduction of human suffering. The analysis shows that effective peacekeeping in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been hampered by two major problems. First, MONUC has had a struggle with, and inconsistent approach to, the vague concept of 'robust peacekeeping'. During key moments of the peace process, it tried to wage peace when it should have used force. Second it failed to adapt to a dynamic conflict environment. Both problems were underpinned by flawed assumptions about the peace process, the behaviour of local actors and the presumed benefits of 'post-conflict' elections. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Peacekeeping Vol. 16, No.2; Apr 2009: p215 - 230 |
| Journal Source | International Peacekeeping Vol. 16, No.2; Apr 2009: p215 - 230 |
| Key Words | Peacekeeping ; Democratic Republic of Congo ; Waging ; Peace ; Fighting War ; UN Peacekeeping Mission ; MONUC ; Post - Conflict Elections |