The College of Political Science at the University of Baghdad discussed the master’s thesis titled “Employing Negotiation in Managing the Ethiopian-Egyptian Conflict” (The Renaissance Dam as a Case Study) by student Saif Thamer Atiya under the supervision of Dr. Ahmed Hussein Shaheil.
The thesis addressed the concept of negotiation in general, the process of employing negotiation in managing international and regional conflicts specifically. The researcher used the issue of the Renaissance Dam and the ongoing dispute surrounding it as a practical model from contemporary times. Through this model, the thesis highlighted the importance and role of negotiation when properly employed in achieving development for individuals and communities from all aspects.
The study focused on outlining the foundations on which negotiation operates in conflicts and the methods of effectively employing it to contribute to achieving desired goals for conflict parties, whether political, economic, or other objectives. The primary objective of this research was to explore how negotiation can be employed in managing the Ethiopian-Egyptian conflict, its evolution, and implications by shedding light on the Renaissance Dam, one of the most contentious issues between the two countries.
Based on these conclusions, it became evident that the party initiating negotiations is often willing to make significant concessions to the other party. Understanding the capabilities and capacities of the other party is a key condition for negotiation. Additionally, willingness from both parties to engage in negotiation and having something that each party desires from the other are essential elements of negotiation.
At the end of the discussion, the researcher was awarded a Master’s degree with a grade of “Very Good High,” wishing all our dear students success and prosperity.
