CALVERT Peter <br/><br/>
The democratic transition in Central America:  Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Panama 

 - Leamington Spa, UK:  RISCT,  1998 
 - 24p. 
 - Conflict Studies  No. 307 .
<br/><br/> Outlines recent historical background and early attempts at mediation. Goes on to the four phases on initiation, negotiation, implementation and democratisation which are said to be key factors in achieving the peaceful transition from a state of insurgency to democracy.Notes the roles of the USA in creating regional instability, the importance of the UN in brokering peace, and the lack of resources for the work of the latter organisation compared to the sums spent in creating the problems. 
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<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>CENTRAL AMERICA<br/>COUNTERINSURGENCY<br/>DEMOCRACY<br/>POLITICS