Systemic conflict transformation approach to ethnic conflicts: a reflection from Balochistan, Pakistan

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https://doi.org/10.47264/idea.lassij/8.1.9

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Peace and harmony, Ethnic fragmentation, Conflict resolution, Communal violence, Systemic conflict analysis, Mediation and reconciliation, Conflict transformation

Abstract

This research aimed to construct a model to examine the root causes, design the peace structure for intervention, and plan the pathways for transforming ethnic conflicts in the Balochistan province of Pakistan. The current approaches to intervention in ethnic conflicts often lack a thorough analysis of the complexity of conflicts and transformation plans. This research adopted the Systemic Conflict Transformation framework of the Berghof Foundation for Peace Support of 2006, with certain amendments to suit the context of Balochistan. The project is significant because implementing this model would lead to conflict resolution, relation-building, and peace in the region. A qualitative methodology with the case study approach has been employed to address the research objectives. This study incorporated non-structure interviews, a review of existing literature, and personal reflections for constructing a peace framework. The findings indicate that the systemic conflict model is applicable in the context of Balochistan. It effectively identifies the apparent and hidden factors of conflicts and offers a comprehensive and actionable plan for conflict transformation, providing a comprehensive solution. This study recommends adopting this model by state authorities, government, and peace agents involved in ethnic conflicts to foster peace and harmony and rebuild regional relations.

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2024-06-30

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Ejaz, M., Ullah, K., Swati, H. N., & Ahmed, W. (2024). Systemic conflict transformation approach to ethnic conflicts: a reflection from Balochistan, Pakistan. Liberal Arts and Social Sciences International Journal (LASSIJ), 8(1), 151–176. https://doi.org/10.47264/idea.lassij/8.1.9

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