Civic Perspectives on Conflict: Discussions at LSE Conference
Civic Perspectives on Conflict: Discussions at LSE Conference
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29 November 2018 - London School of Economics, United Kingdom
The London School of Economics (LSE) hosted an event as part of the "Political Economy and Governance in Syria" conference. Titled "Civic Perspectives on Conflict", this event, held on 29 November 2018, brought together distinguished intellectuals to delve into two of the world's most severe conflicts: in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Syria.
The event, hosted by the Conflict and Civil Society Research Unit at LSE, featured insightful presentations from leading figures, including Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj, our expert (pre-LUGARIT), and Javier Solana, the former High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy of the European Union and Professor of Practice at LSE, as well as Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja, Professor and author.
Omar Abdulaziz Hallaj's Presentations
Mr. Hallaj delivered two presentations. His first focused on the intricacies of housing, land management, and property rights in post-conflict Syria. He highlighted the complexity of Syria's legal framework for property rights, emphasizing the urgent need for a comprehensive review of Housing, Land, and Property (HLP) policies, and critiqued the limitations of Law 10.
In his second presentation, Mr. Hallaj delved into the political economy of local elections in Syria, shedding light on how these elections bolster the regime's patronage network rather than foster fair representation or democracy.
To read more about Mr. Hallaj's contribution, please refer to the conference's publication "Political Economy and Governance in Syria".
Broadening the Discussion
Joining the dialogue were other esteemed speakers, including Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja, who shared his perspectives on the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The event was chaired by Mary Kaldor, Director of The Conflict and Civil Society Research Unit at LSE and Professor of Global Governance.
A Platform for Independent Voices
The event addressed crucial questions, such as why contemporary conflicts persist and the role of independent voices in narrating and offering alternative solutions to these conflicts. The presentations and discussions provided attendees with deep insights into the violence and complexities in both the Democratic Republic of Congo and Syria.
This conference at LSE not only served as a platform for intellectual discourse but also highlighted the importance of understanding the nuances of global conflicts. The contributions from various speakers offered valuable perspectives, further enriching the dialogue on these critical global issues.
Related Publication
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Date: March 2019
Publisher: LSE – London School of Economics
Summary of 2 presentations at the LSE conference highlight the complexities of property rights and urban planning laws in post-conflict Syria, emphasizing the challenges in housing and land management, and discussing the political economy of local elections, noting their role in reinforcing the regime's patronage network, rather than promoting fair representation or democracy.
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A cemetery near high density residential areas, Aleppo, Syria. Photo © Sebastián Liste / Noor Images - via The New York Times. Link >
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