Reflexiones sobre la paz positiva. Un diálogo con la paz imperfecta

Abstract

In an effort to contribute towards the integration of the peace thinking in regard to the positive dynamics of peace, the author tackles the shift made by the ‘positive peace’ concept from the original perspective of integration of human society to the definition widely assumed at present of positive peace as absence of structural violence. The article highlights the distinction between structural peace and positive peace, emphasizing the complex nature of both and retrieves the latter as this has been enriched with new meanings since the 1980s. As of this distinction, the author performs a dialogue between imperfect peace and positive peace that seeks bonding points between the two concepts, and points out some challenges regarding imperfect peace proposal. Among them, refine peaceful conflict regulations in order to specify the defining elements of imperfect peace, and make explicit the role of values.