This article was written by Hamid E. Ali, Mohammad M. Aghdam, and Shahjahan Bhuiyan.

Using two country case studies, including South Sudan, this report explores the intersection between grievances and violent conflict in oil-rich regions. The report finds that the prevalence of violent conflict in oil-rich areas is mainly due to the exclusion of certain ethnic groups from national dialogues, while increasing development levels, alongside revenues, have led to a reduction in conflict intensity in South Sudan. To mitigate the risk of violent escalation, the report recommends that policymakers uphold transparent resource governance, promote inclusive political representation and equitable economic development, and address structural inequalities in marginalized oil-producing regions. 

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