Conclusion The Need for More Nuanced Governance Incentives

Abstract

In this chapter I seek to identify cross-cutting issues and comparative lessons that might be learned from the rich and diverse country experiences examined in this volume. I undertake a deeper comparative analysis of the differing behavior, interests, and demands of each armed group, as well as their relative support bases, and the implications of these variations for the use of power-sharing incentives. Clearly, each armed group has different goals that take primacy, and even if these can be identified and addressed, this is no guarantee that peace negotiations and implementation will be successful.