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Conflict Countries & Regions

We believe that, when the circumstances are right, The Elders can provide decisive assistance in the efforts to secure peaceful resolution to conflict.

Latest conflict content

Speeches and Discussions
The UN Security Council must speak with one voice
Mary Robinson
03 Nov 2022
On Thursday 3 November Mary Robinson addressed the UN Security Council on building resilience in UN peacekeeping operations and the need to tackle the root causes of conflict.
News
From G20 to COP27, leaders must act with shared responsibility
Ricardo Lagos
01 Nov 2022
Ricardo Lagos urges world leaders to uphold their promises and take multilateral action on the crises facing humanity in our latest newsletter.
Elders Statements
The Elders warn G20: your failure of leadership is worsening global crises
Mary Robinson
19 Oct 2022
Elders Statement: The Elders today challenge G20 leaders to do their job: to rise above their differences and find consensus on the leadership needed to tackle the inter-connected crises facing humanity.
News
The Elders join Chatham House for Ukraine war discussion
Juan Manuel Santos Zeid Raad Al Hussein
13 Oct 2022
On Monday 17 October, The Elders will host a panel event in partnership with Chatham House on the state of the global response to the war on Ukraine.
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The Issue

Peace-making is in crisis worldwide with institutions for peace and security too often paralysed by cynical or short-term politics. 
We believe that sustainable peace will only be achieved when root causes of conflict are tackled, impunity is challenged and human rights take centre stage.

Our Approach

We endeavour to assist in efforts to secure peaceful resolution to conflicts through quiet diplomacy and a willingness to talk to all sides.

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