The evolution of peacekeeping : The question of success in peace operations

Abstract

In this paper I attempt to answer the question of success in peace operations. Peacekeeping’s comprehensive goal is to impose Johan Galtung’s positive peace, namely the permanent absence of structural violence. My main argument is that both quantitative and qualitative factors matter in managing a successful mission. Besides, I collected some critical issues about peace operation’s performance that also can influence the outcome. I come to the conclusion that the United Nations was reflective to the vehement criticism and tried to build new elements into its peacekeeping framework.