Role theory in the Middle East and North Africa : politics, economics and identity
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Role theory in the Middle East and North Africa : politics, economics and identity
（Role theory and international relations, 9）
Routledge, 2019
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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Description
Since December 2010, a series of uprisings, revolutions, coups and civil wars have shaken up the Middle East and North Africa region. In this chaotic political environment, several countries have been trying to influence this regional transformation. The implications of this transformation are of great importance for the region, its people and global politics.
Using a rich combination of primary and secondary sources, elite interviews and content analysis, Yasemin Akbaba and OEzgur OEzdamar apply role theory to analyze ideational (e.g. identity, religion) and material (e.g. security, economy) sources of national role conceptions in Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. The authors take a closer look at the transformation of these four powers' foreign policies since the beginning of Arab uprisings, with a specific focus on religion. Each case study is written to a common template allowing for clear comparative analyses.
Written in a clear and accessible style, Role Theory in the Middle East and North Africa offers a thought provoking and pioneering insight into the usefulness of role theory in foreign policy making in the developing world. The perfect combination of theoretically oriented and empirically rich analysis make this volume an ideal resource for scholars and researchers of International Relations, Foreign Policy, Middle East Politics and International Security.
Table of Contents
Foreword 1. Introduction: Ambitious Roles in a Transforming MENA 2. Role Theory and Sources of National Role Conceptions: Material and Ideational Factors 3. Egypt and Secular Nationalism after a Century 4. Iran and Shia Revolutionism 5. Saudi Arabia and Religious Conservatism 6. Turkey's Liberal Offer 5. Conclusion
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