Seeking Stability Amidst Disorder

Author : Tobias Borck
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0197767788
Total Pages : 330 pages
Book Rating : 4.88/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Seeking Stability Amidst Disorder: The Foreign Policies of Saudi Arabia, the Uae and Qatar, 2010?20 written by Tobias Borck and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2024 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2010s were a decade of transformation and conflict in the Middle East, bookended by the Arab Uprisings and the coronavirus pandemic. Throughout this time, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar--the three Arab states with the most ambitious regional policies--declared stability to be their main objective. Yet, rather than being a common denominator, this seemingly shared goal in fact obscured differences between their often-competing agendas. These three Gulf monarchies all agreed that the Middle East had descended into unprecedented and dangerous instability following the Arab Uprisings. But their assessments diverged on what characterized and drove the unrest. This led each country to formulate different--and at times contradictory--views of how politics should be organized in and between states in the region, and what role external powers should play to build a stable new order. With no universally accepted definition of stability, this book develops an original analytical framework linking this concept to that of order, and provides a useful lens through which to understand foreign policy in the Gulf. While governments often frame their relations with other states by evoking a joint commitment to stability, Tobias Borck shows that this does not, in itself, imply strategic alignment.

Author : Rajdeep Roy
Publisher : Hbabhishek
ISBN 13 : 9781805262640
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Urban History and Bombay Cinema Since 1992 written by Rajdeep Roy and published by Hbabhishek. This book was released on 2023-05-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This thesis studies the urban history of Mumbai from the perspective of popular Hindi films. The change of the name from Bombay to Mumbai in 1995 is symbolic of the transition of the colonial city from a centre of industrial capitalism to a neoliberal city, characterised by finance capital. It also signals the massive changes in the social and the political spheres of the city. Thomas Blom Hansen's Violence in Urban India starts its narrative of the city with a conversation that the author had on a suburban train, few weeks before the official rechristening. He asked an elderly gentleman about his reaction to the proposed change of the city's name from Bombay to Mumbai. While poring over an article in the English daily, Times of India, regarding the change of name of the city, the gentleman promptly answered: "its proper name is Bombay."

Author : Tobias Borck
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781805260417
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Seeking Stability Amidst Disorder written by Tobias Borck and published by . This book was released on 2023-09-28 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2010s were a decade of transformation and conflict in the Middle East, bookended by the Arab Uprisings and the coronavirus pandemic. Throughout this time, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar--the three Arab states with the most ambitious regional policies--declared stability to be their main objective. Yet, rather than being a common denominator, this seemingly shared goal in fact obscured differences between their often-competing agendas.These three Gulf monarchies all agreed that the Middle East had descended into unprecedented and dangerous instability following the Arab Uprisings. But their assessments diverged on what characterised and drove the unrest. This led each country to formulate different--and at times contradictory--views of how politics should be organised in and between states in the region, and what role external powers should play to build a stable new order.With no universally accepted definition of stability, this book develops an original analytical framework linking this concept to that of order, and provides a useful lens through which to understand foreign policy in the Gulf. While governments often frame their relations with other states by evoking a joint commitment to stability, Tobias Borck shows that this does not, in itself, imply strategic alignment.

Author : Tobias Borck
Publisher : Hurst Publishers
ISBN 13 : 1805262564
Total Pages : 333 pages
Book Rating : 4.65/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Seeking Stability Amidst Disorder written by Tobias Borck and published by Hurst Publishers. This book was released on 2023-10-16 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2010s were a decade of transformation and conflict in the Middle East, bookended by the Arab Uprisings and the coronavirus pandemic. Throughout this time, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar—the three Arab states with the most ambitious regional policies—declared stability to be their main objective. Yet, rather than being a common denominator, this seemingly shared goal in fact obscured differences between their often-competing agendas. These three Gulf monarchies all agreed that the Middle East had descended into unprecedented and dangerous instability following the Arab Uprisings. But their assessments diverged on what characterised and drove the unrest. This led each country to formulate different—and at times contradictory—views of how politics should be organised in and between states in the region, and what role external powers should play to build a stable new order. With no universally accepted definition of stability, this book develops an original analytical framework linking this concept to that of order, and provides a useful lens through which to understand foreign policy in the Gulf. While governments often frame their relations with other states by evoking a joint commitment to stability, Tobias Borck shows that this does not, in itself, imply strategic alignment.

Author : GEW Intelligence Unit
Publisher : Global East-West
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 320 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Evolution Of UAE Foreign Policy written by GEW Intelligence Unit and published by Global East-West. This book was released on 2024-07-26 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The research background of this book focuses on the historical evolution and strategic development of the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) foreign policy from its formation to the present day. The research methodology proposed in this book includes a historical analysis of the UAE's foreign policy, examining key events and strategies that have shaped its current principles and goals. The task involves understanding the UAE's foreign policy evolution and its performance in maintaining regional stability, fostering economic growth, and enhancing diplomatic relations. The performance supports their goals by demonstrating the UAE's proactive and adaptive approach to international relations. Methods • Historical analysis of the formation of the UAE and its early diplomatic engagements; • Examination of the influence of Pan-Arabism and the establishment of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC); • Analysis of the UAE's role in regional conflicts such as the Iran-Iraq War and the First Gulf War; • Evaluation of the impact of the Arab Spring on UAE foreign policy; • Assessment of the shift towards economic diversification and trade-based foreign policy. Conclusion: • The significance of this piece of work lies in its comprehensive overview of the UAE's foreign policy evolution, highlighting the country's strategic adaptability and commitment to stability and economic growth. • Innovation point: The study provides a detailed historical context and analysis of the UAE's foreign policy, emphasizing the importance of economic diversification and cultural diplomacy. • Performance: The UAE's proactive engagement in regional and global affairs demonstrates its effectiveness in achieving its foreign policy goals. • Workload: The book covers a broad range of historical events and policy shifts, providing a thorough understanding of the UAE's foreign policy development.

Author : James Hite. Jr.
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136388060
Total Pages : 323 pages
Book Rating : 4.64/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Learning in Chaos written by James Hite. Jr. and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-11-03 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explains how change is a functional characteristic of any organization. And, as organizations begin to understand the nature of change, they can still adapt and grow by incorporating change into their structure instead of trying to control it. To help you understand and grow in this ever-changing environment, this book covers four principal areas of thought on change. Chaos, including chaos theory Organizational theory and practice Learning theory and practice The general social environment Executives, managers, and other organizational leaders will find this book invaluable as they refocus the direction of their organizations in order to realize the benefits of learning under changed environmental circumstances.

Author : Marko Attila Hoare
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 019776942X
Total Pages : 779 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Serbia written by Marko Attila Hoare and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2024-05-15 with total page 779 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A definitive account of a fiercely independent Balkan people, whose fate was long shaped by the Great Powers.

Author : Adham Saouli
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0197521886
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.85/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Unfulfilled Aspirations written by Adham Saouli and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020-08-11 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first volume of its kind to address concepts and theories of what constitutes a 'Middle Power' in the Middle East.

Author : Matthew Hedges
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0197655963
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Reinventing the Sheikhdom written by Matthew Hedges and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2022-04-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Though the Arab Spring has reverberated through the Middle East, largely leaving a path of destruction, the relative calm in the United Arab Emirates has offered a regional roadmap for stability. Domestic changes since 2000 have significantly altered the country's dynamics, firmly cementing power within Abu Dhabi. While Khalifa bin Zayed succeeded his father as emir of Abu Dhabi and UAE president in 2004, the Emirates' evolution has largely been accredited to Abu Dhabi's crown prince, Mohammed bin Zayed. His reign has been characterized by the rise of the security apparatus and a micromanaged approach to governance. Mohammed bin Zayed's strategy of fortification has focused on pre-empting threats from the UAE's native population, rather than from expatriates or foreign actors. As a result, he has consolidated power, distributing its administration among his tribal and kinship allies. In essence, Mohammed bin Zayed has driven modernization in order to strengthen his grasp on power. This book explores Mohammed bin Zayed's regime security strategy, illustrating the network of alliances that seek to support his reign and that of his family. In an ever-turbulent region, the UAE remains critical to understanding the evolution of Middle Eastern authoritarian control.

Author : Jae T. Kim
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book New Perspectives in Public Administration: Introductory Readings written by Jae T. Kim and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: