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Stabilization and Human Security in UN Peace Operations UN peace operations are increasingly asked to pursue stabilization mandates with lofty expectations of being able to stabilize conflict zones, achieve national reconciliation, and rebuild state legitimacy. This book investigates the relationship between UN stabilization mandates and the concept of “human security.” The book is divided into three parts. Part I outlines the emergence of stabilization and other trends in peacekeeping practice and outlines an analytical framework of human security. Part II applies the analytical framework to case studies of MINUSMA, MINUSCA, and UNMISS, examining issues such as, human rights, empowerment, protection, and vulnerability. Part III draws out several concerns that arise from stabilization mandates, including the militarisation of UN peace operations and the consequences under international humanitarian law, the risks of close cooperation with the host state and engagement in counter- terror activities, and the potential clash between peacebuilding activities and militarisation. The book will be a valuable resource for academics, policymakers, and practitioners working on UN peacekeeping generally, and those specifically looking at stabilization, from the perspective of international relations, international law, peace and conflict studies, security studies, and human rights. Alexander Gilder is a Lecturer in Law at Royal Holloway, University of London. 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All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reprinted or reproduced or utilised in any form or by any electronic, mechanical, or other means, now known or hereafter invented, including photocopying and recording, or in any information storage or retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publishers. Trademark notice: Product or corporate names may be trademarks or registered trademarks, and are used only for identification and explanation without intent to infringe. British Library Cataloguing-in-Publication Data A catalogue record for this book is available from the British Library Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data A catalog record has been requested for this book ISBN: 978-0-367-67394-9 (hbk) ISBN: 978-0-367-67395-6 (pbk) ISBN: 978-1-003-13119-9 (ebk) DOI: 10.4324/9781003131199 Typeset in Galliard by Deanta Global Publishing Services Chennai India For my mother, Audrey Contents Acknowledgements ix List of abbreviations x 1 Introduction 1 PART I Context and conceptual framework 11 2 The many faces of UN intervention 13 3 The concept of human security 42 PART II Case studies 77 4 United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) 79 5 United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) 102 6 United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan (UNMISS) 120 viii Contents PART III Human security’s place in international peace and security 141 7 The (in)compatibility of stabilization and human security 143 8 Making use of human security 173 Bibliography 181 Index 190 Acknowledgements This monograph began as a PhD completed at City, University of London. The City Law School provided me with the all-important funds to undertake this work, for which I am grateful. More importantly they provided me with two excellent supervisors, Ioannis Kalpouzos and Mauro Barelli, who supported my intellectual development, taking the time and care to provide feedback through- out the PhD process. They recognised the importance of ensuring I developed as a scholar able to construct and carry out research independently. I was encour- aged to be more critical and to explore new areas which have enriched my work. Many others have either supported my academic journey to this point or have engaged with previous iterations of this work. They include my colleagues at Royal Holloway, staff and PhD peers at City, members of the BISA Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding Working Group, and the SLS International Law Subject Section. I wish to individually thank Ray Murphy, Jed Odermatt, Katherine Reece Thomas, Ken Christie, Duncan French, Anne Dennett, Machiko Kanetake, Brianne McGonigle-Leyh, Cedric Ryngaert, Adrienne Yong, James Green, David Curran, and Georgina Holmes, all of whom have supported, advised, or gener- ously provided me with opportunities over the years in their various capacities. Personal thanks also go to my parents, Audrey and Francis, Maggie, and Bethan. My parents ensured I had the confidence and encouragement I needed. My dad needed to adapt to being a single parent at a crucial time in my education but continued to foster my development. Maggie has been a source of unstinting personal support since my childhood, particularly since my mum passed away. Without Maggie I would have struggled to become the person I am today who was able to complete this work. I am immensely grateful for the role that she has played and continues to play in my life. Bethan has stood by me through thick and thin over the last few years, and I could not have achieved my professional goals without her support. The case studies in this book are ongoing and developing situations. UN doc- uments were reviewed for this work up until January 31, 2021.
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