Negotiating conflict settlements

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The Berghof Research Center for Constructive Conflict Management presents a report on the conference "Negotiating Conflict Settlements: Lessons Learnt and Challenges," held in Berlin from March 7-9, 2008. This event was part of the Berghof project focused on resistance/liberation movements and their transition to politics, aimed at fostering peer-advice and experience exchange among key members of these movements regarding peace negotiations and implementation. The report outlines the project's context, the conference's objectives, and its format. It highlights three main areas of lessons learned and ongoing challenges in conflict transformation: 1. **Coming to the Negotiation Table**: Participants shared insights from their experiences in peace talks, emphasizing the importance of risk-taking, building alliances with civil society, mobilizing international support, and engaging in pre-negotiation discussions to establish trust. 2. **Rules of Engagement During Peace Negotiations**: Recognizing the often chaotic nature of peace processes, attendees discussed essential factors for successful negotiations, including inclusivity, internal cohesion, power parity, unconditional dialogue, and effective third-party facilitation. 3. **Negotiating the Implementation of Peace Agreements**: Most groups are navigating post-agreement phases, facing unresolved state and peace-building issues. They advocated for enhanced international sup