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As a dedicated peacemaker, Norway has carved a niche for itself internationally. Its role as a mediator and peace builder has gained this small country unique legitimacy and recognition. Thus, the purpose of this paper is to contribute to this hitherto neglected area by describing and analyzing Norway’s methods of peacebuilding with reference to the underlying principles, enabling factors and practices on the ground. This study examines the factors which facilitate and motivate Norway’s involvement in conflicts far away from its own backyard. Key characteristics of the ‘Norwegian model’ of peacemaking are also analysed with reference to Sri Lanka and the Israel/Palestine Oslo Channel. Within these case studies, successes and failures are highlighted to illustrate practice from theory. Hence, the goal is to assess whether Norwegian methods can be successful in producing a positive peace in war-torn regions, and if so, under what conditions the ‘Norwegian model’ is most likely to be productive.
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