Toward a Horizon of Hope: Considerations for Long-term Stability in Postconflict Situations (Joint Force Quarterly, Issue 45, 2nd Quarter 2007)
Abstract
The 2006 National Security Strategy of the United States of America clearly states our national intent for dealing with regional conflicts through three levels of engagement: "conflict prevention and resolution; conflict intervention; and post-conflict stabilization and reconstruction." These levels are necessary to prevent "failed states, humanitarian disasters, and ungoverned areas that can become safe havens for terrorists." The strategy also states that "even if the United States does not have a direct stake in a particular conflict, our interests are likely to be affected over time." The example given is al Qaeda's exploitation of the civil war in Afghanistan. In today's resource-constrained environment, however, allocating and prioritizing. The 2006 National Security Strategy of the United States of America clearly states our national intent for dealing with regional conflicts through three levels of engagement: "conflict prevention and resolution; conflict intervention; and post-conflict stabilization and reconstruction." These levels are necessary to prevent "failed states, humanitarian disasters, and ungoverned areas that can become safe havens for terrorists." The strategy also states that "even if the United States does not have a direct stake in a particular conflict, our interests are likely to be affected over time." The example given is al Qaeda's exploitation of the civil war in Afghanistan.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA518193
Entities
People
- William E. Ward
Organizations
- National Defense University