International Data Collection

Data Collection: International Conflict

Data Collection Procedures in International Conflict Datasets

Differences in definitions of conflicts used in various conflict data collection efforts will influence inferences on trends in conflict and peace. For example, decisions about what to consider a state will have obvious implications for conclusions about conflicts between them.

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