Belfast Agreement (Good Friday Agreement)

The Belfast Agreement, also known as the Good Friday Agreement, is a peace accord signed in 1998 aimed at resolving the conflict in Northern Ireland known as "The Troubles." It established a power-sharing government, promoting cooperation between different political and community groups. The Agreement also addressed issues like civil rights, disarmament of paramilitary groups, and the relationship between Northern Ireland and both the Republic of Ireland and Great Britain. It was a crucial step towards peace, fostering dialogue and reconciliation among diverse communities in Northern Ireland.