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Jonathan Powell

Jonathan Powell is a British diplomat and former political negotiator known for playing a key role in the Northern Ireland peace process. As Tony Blair’s chief of staff, he helped facilitate the negotiations that led to the Good Friday Agreement in 1998, which largely ended decades of conflict in Northern Ireland. With a background in diplomacy and conflict resolution, Powell has also worked as an author and speaker on issues related to peacebuilding and political dialogue worldwide. His work is recognized for promoting dialogue and understanding in complex, divided societies.