Kitikò, Jonathan Luyindula (A.A. 2024/2025) International relations and humanitarian interventions: addressing the refugee crisis in Eastern Congo. Tesi di Laurea in Migration and refugee policies, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Christopher Hein, pp. 51. [Bachelor's Degree Thesis]

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Abstract/Index

Historical context of the eastern Congo conflict. The origins of the conflict in Eastern Congo. Post-colonial legacy and its impact. Key stakeholders: internal and external actors. Ethnic violence, resource wars and regional instability. The refugee crisis: causes and consequences. Overview of refugee displacement in Eastern Congo. Root causes of the refugee crisis. Social and economic impact on refugees. The spillover effect: impact on neighboring countries. International relations frameworks and theories. International relations theories applied to the Congo conflict. Sovereignty vs. humanitarian intervention. The role of international institutions (UN, AU, etc.). Responsibility to protect (R2P) doctrine. Humanitarian interventions in Eastern Congo. Humanitarian interventions and their legality. Role of international organizations and NGOs. Bilateral and multilateral responses. Evaluation of effectiveness: successes and failures. The role of regional actors and African States. Neighboring States: Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and Tanzania. African Union’s role in conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Economic community of Central African States (ECCAS) initiatives. Influence of external African actors (South Africa, Egypt, etc.). The international community's response: an evaluation. The United Nations’ humanitarian response. The European Union and Western aid. The US foreign policy towards the Congo crisis. Asian powers' role: China’s economic interests and humanitarian aid. Evaluation: strengths, weaknesses and gaps in international response. Challenges to effective humanitarian intervention. Political barriers: sovereignty vs. Intervention. Logistical challenges in refugee camps and war zones. Corruption and governance issues in Congo. Coordination failures among international actors. Refugee repatriation and long-term solutions. Future prospects and recommendations. Strengthening international cooperation. Reforming the role of MONUSCO and other UN peacekeeping missions. Encouraging regional peace agreements and mediation efforts. Improving refugee support and humanitarian assistance. Addressing root causes: economic development and political reforms.

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Bibliografia: pp. 46-51.

Thesis Type:	Bachelor's Degree Thesis
Institution:	Luiss Guido Carli
Degree Program:	Bachelor's Degree Programs > Bachelor's Degree Program in Politics: Philosophy and Economics (L-36)
Chair:	Migration and refugee policies
Thesis Supervisor:	Hein, Christopher
Academic Year:	2024/2025
Session:	Summer
Deposited by:	Alessandro Perfetti
Date Deposited:	11 Nov 2025 13:45
Last Modified:	11 Nov 2025 13:45
URI:	https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/43738

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