This is a study of the Arab economic boycott of Israel. Geiler explains the evolution and development of the boycott, which was first formally imposed by the Arab League in 1946, even before the State of Israel formally came into existence, and examines many aspects including the theory, practice and legality of the longest-lasting example of economic sanctions in the 20th century as seen from the US, Arab, European and Israeli perspectives. The author also looks into the prospects of the slowly developing reality of economic relations and co-operation between Israel and its neighbours which...

This is a study of the Arab economic boycott of Israel. Geiler explains the evolution and development of the boycott, which was first formally imposed by the Arab League in 1946, even before the State of Israel formally came into existence, and examines many aspects including the theory, practice and legality of the longest-lasting example of economic sanctions in the 20th century as seen from the US, Arab, European and Israeli perspectives. The author also looks into the prospects of the slowly developing reality of economic relations and co-operation between Israel and its neighbours which...

This book is an in-depth portret of investment opportunity in the Middle East as it stands today. For each of sixteen countries, the author provides in-depth analysis of current economic, political, and business issues, with detailed attention to legislation in such vital areas as currency and banking, intellectual property rights, investment incentives, trade regulation, business form and structures, taxation, and the laws applicable to labor and environmental issues, as well as a desciption of relevant judicial procedures. The Middle East in the New Millenium represents the clearest...

This book provides a unique insight into a virtually unseen current that has shaped Middle East war and politics for over 30 years by explaining the intricate and ever shifting relationship between Egypt and the immensely wealthy Arab Gulf newcomers. The efforts of the Gulf states to exert political and cultural influence over Egypt through use of their oil revenues is described in detail, alongside concurrent Egyptian efforts to redistribute the oil wealth while maintaining complete policy independence and primacy. Drawing on previously unpublished reports, and on first-hand interviews with...

This is the first comprehensive informational database of the major political, economic and legal issues that organizations worldwide need to know about in order to do business in Russia and surrounding countries. The text summarizes the major economic developments in this dynamic region, provides accurate and up to date sources on business legislation, and gives crucial practical advice to business people and foreign investors. While the Energy sector holds a global significance and tops the international business communities investment priorities, especially in Russia and Kazakhstan,...