On Perpetual Peace

Dieter Senghaas, a prominent figure in conflict research, offers a hopeful perspective on global peace despite ongoing violent conflicts. He highlights the unthinkable nature of severe conflict within the OECD world, particularly the European Union, over the last fifty years. This historical context fuels his optimism about the potential for lasting peace worldwide, suggesting that the lessons learned in more stable regions can inform conflict management and resolution efforts elsewhere.