The Mediator: A Biography of Martti Ahtisaari by Katri Merikallio,Tapani Ruokanen

By Katri Merikallio,Tapani Ruokanen

Martti Ahtisaari is the world's most famed and winning mediator in foreign conflicts. In 2008 he was once presented the Nobel Peace Prize for his lead position in bringing independence to Namibia, Serbia's withdrawal from Kosovo, the decommissioning of guns in Northern eire and autonomy for Aceh in Indonesia. Ahtisaari's variety of foreign contacts and international event are striking and his is the identify that's nonetheless often pointed out while the realm seems for somebody to aim to dealer a peace deal.

Ahtisaari additionally served for 6 years as President of Finland, the 1st holder of that place of work to be at once elected. Upon leaving workplace, he based drawback administration Initiative, a global NGO specialising in clash answer and improvement concerns. The Mediator is a certified biography, in accordance with large interviews with Ahtisaari himself in addition to his kinfolk, associates and colleagues.

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