Abstract of "Collective Response to Crisis: Strengthening UN Peace Operations Capacity" by Susan Rice

This report discusses the weakness of the United Nation's ability to properly respond to conflict and maintain effective peace operations. Three elements of a rapid response to a crisis are explored as potential elements of a solution. These include:

• an early warning and preventative response to conflict,
• rapid deployment of trained, equipped and capable forces, CIVPOL aind civilians in response to swiftly unfolding conflict,
• and the political will of the United Nations Security Council and its key member states to respond effectively to certain types of crises and to finance necessary actions.