Negotiation Simulation: Balancing Rights, Power and Resources in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The purpose of this negotiation is to explore the intricate challenges of determining control over a crucial natural resource, coltan, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). It revolves around four key issues: amnesty for human rights abuses, corporate involvement in conflict minerals, resource ownership, and devolution of power. These objectives underscore the complexity of the negotiation and its significant implications for the DRC's future.
Parties are encouraged to explore potential points of agreement or disagreement among the key negotiating parties. Through the simulation, participants will debate their positions, learn negotiation techniques, identify points of conflict, and discuss potential solutions.