Oil in the Gulf

Obstacles to Democracy and Development

By: Daniel Heradstveit, Helge Hveem (Editor)

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Hardcover | 28 February 2004 | Edition Number 1

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The US-led war against in Iraq in 2003 represented the most dramatic shake-up of regional politics in the Gulf for more than a decade. This book contains an up-to-date analysis of central questions affecting the construction of a post-Ba'th regime in Iraq, and charts possible ways forward in other key states of the region such as Saudi Arabia and Iran. At the heart of the analysis lies the tension between the US-sponsored vision of a democratic, free market Gulf region and local resistance to this model. This resistance, appearing in the shape of alternative visions of democracy and the state, could potentially form a challenge to US policy through the spread of repressive policies or terrorism, especially if Washington chooses to sideline the social forces behind it. Conversely, if this resistance were taken seriously by the US, it could form a point of departure for more fruitful interaction between traditions of government from the West and local politics. Future developments on this important issue are bound to be of immense significance for the management of some of the world's largest oil and gas reserves, with immediate implications for both regional political stability as well as for the world economy.

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'This impressive collection of articles should be required reading for all those interested in the mechanics of political and economic development in the Persian Gulf. Reflecting extensive new research, Heradstveit and Hveem have succeeded in bringing together a broad range of complementary topics which provide the reader with a comprehensive and insightful understanding of the factors determining political change in a strategic region which is proving increasingly volatile. This timely volume should be essential reading for scholars and policy makers alike.' Dr A.M. Ansari, University of Durham, UK 'Reflecting extensive new research, Heradstveit and Hveem have brought together a broad range of topics which provide the reader with a comprehensive and insightful understanding of the factors determining political change in a strategic region which is proving increasingly volatile.' The Middle East 'This is a very timely collection of papers...It provides solid and accessible academic research to offset superficial or alarmist treatment in the media. It tells a sombre story, though not without signs of hope.' The Round Table 'This impressive collection analyzes major questions affecting the construction of a post-Baath regime in Iraq and focuses on the tension between the US-sponsored vision of a democratic, free-market Gulf region and local resistance to this model...Highly recommended.' ChoiceReviews.online

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