| ID | 159622 |
| Title Proper | China’s mediation efforts in the Middle East and North Africa |
| Other Title Information | constructive conflict management |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Chaziza, Mordechai |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Mediation diplomacy has emerged as one of the central pillars of China’s foreign policy objectives and practice, with Beijing deliberately positioning itself as a peacemaker in the MENA region. This study evaluates China’s role as a regional peacemaker by examining Beijing’s growing engagement with bringing about a peaceful resolution to the MENA disputes. Specifically, this study seeks to examine whether or not China’s mediation efforts in the MENA region augur a shift in China’s non-intervention principle and practice. The study findings show that China’s mediation role is part of a carefully devised strategy that suits the country’s non-intervention policy framework. Therefore, China’s mediation efforts in the MENA conflicts are mostly aimed at constructive conflict management rather than conflict resolution. |
| `In' analytical Note | Strategic Analysis Vol. 42, No.1; Jan-Feb 2018: p.29-41 |
| Journal Source | Strategic Analysis Vol: 42 No 1 |
| Key Words | Middle East ; North Africa ; China’s Mediation ; Constructive Conflict Management |