The UN and post-crisis aid: Towards a more political economy
How to cite this publication:
Bruce D. Jones (2000). The UN and post-crisis aid: Towards a more political economy. Bergen: Chr. Michelsen Institute (CMI Working Paper WP 2000:9)
This paper reviews certain aspects of the post-crisis problem, as seen from within the UN. It outlines the wide variety in cases that fall within post-crisis policy, and suggests a basis for categorisation, which is crucial for a more systematic learning process. Secondly, it explores the shift in UN responses to post-crisis, emphasising the growing involvement of the UN Security Council and the political departments of the UN in the direct management of post-crisis assistance. This has important implications for the roles of the humanitarian and development actors. Finally, the paper outlines new challenges relating to quasi-legitimate political authorities, learning processes and the relationship with the World Bank.
