Egypt and the Politics of Change in the Arab Middle East is a
forward-looking analysis of the relationship between economic and
political reform in Egypt, and of the evolving nature of Arab
society and political culture both in Egypt and elsewhere. Writing
from the perspective of a recently retired ambassador with
extensive Arab regional experience, Robert Bowker discusses the
potential impact of systemic resistance to pressures for greater
transparency, accountability and political reform amid ongoing
demographic, educational and generational changes. His analysis
encompasses the military and security services, the influence of
the shadow state and the impact of social surveillance, coercion
and corruption. Looking ahead, he discusses emerging business
models, returning Arab expatriates, the gradual empowerment of
women and the impact of Islam. He considers the political
sustainability of economic reform, including the challenges facing
marginalized groups. His analysis concludes by reviewing the
regional security and political context of reform, the importance
of political leadership over the coming decade and the role of
external parties.Compelling, insightful and thought-provoking, the
book provides a balanced but cautiously optimistic assessment of
Egypt?s prospects. It is essential reading for those concerned
about the outlook for state and society in Egypt and in other Arab
countries.
General
| Imprint: |
Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
|
| Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
| Release date: |
May 2010 |
| Authors: |
Robert Bowker
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| Dimensions: |
234 x 156 x 18mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Hardcover
|
| Pages: |
240 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-1-84844-865-0 |
| Categories: |
Books >
Social sciences >
Politics & government >
General
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| LSN: |
1-84844-865-1 |
| Barcode: |
9781848448650 |
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