Art and Science on Nuancing Conflict, with Particular Reference to Developed and Developing Nations

This working paper speaks of "art and science" of nuancing conflicts in an unusual manner. We use the word "art" specifically to designate non-scientific factors. But when we employ the term "art and science" we have in mind the use of non-economic factors, for example diplomatic know-how and negotiation skill, that can be added to and, even more, intertwined with that which emanates from a rigorous scientific analysis of a conflict. We use the word nuancing to signify small, gradual shifting in positions that parties to a conflict make.