The Middle East and North Africa

ISBN-13: 9781857433906 / Angielski / Twarda / 2006 / 1395 str.

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Opis

A complete reference guide to the latest political, social and economic developments in the region.

CONTENTS
· Introductory essays written by eminent writers, scholars, journalists and broadcasters provide a general survey and analyses of the contemporary social, political and economic issues of the region. Subjects covered include: Arab-Israeli Relations 1967-2007; The Jerusalem Issue; Documents on Palestine; Iraq post-Saddam Hussein; Oil; Natural Gas; and Islamic Banking and Finance
In-depth individual country and territory surveys which include: comprehensive essays on physical and social geography, history and economy; a statistical survey covering the major economic indicators; an invaluable directory providing contacts within government, the media, trade and industry and tourism etc; plus a bibliography
Extensive details of the research institutes active in the region, listing their aims, functions, key personnel and contact details including: the Gulf Co-operation Council; the Islamic Development Bank; the League of Arab States; the Organization of the Islamic Conference; and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).
KEY FEATURES
Quick access to a wide range of data
Accurately and impartially records the latest political and economic developments
Wherever possible information is drawn direct from source, ensuring accuracy and reliability
Contributions from acknowledged experts provide an informed and authoritative view of the region.

O autorze

Lucy Dean