Water: triggering cooperation between former enemies

This paper reveals the role of the good offices of the United States to facilitate understanding between two enemies, Jordan and Israel, prior to the conclusion of a peace treaty between them in October 1994. It further addresses the basis of agreement on water-related matters between the two states, and the role water has played in triggering cooperation between these two former enemies. Lessons learned, from a Jordanian perspective, during the conflict, negotiations and post-conflict eras that lasted for decades are discussed, and a brief outlook to the future is presented.