Suchergebnisse

Wortlaut der Dokumente, die in den einzelnen Sitzungsperioden entstanden sind; diverse Themen in Form von Bestimmungen, Vorschlägen, Übereinkünften, Kommuniques etc. (DÜI-Ham)

Die Zusammenarbeit erstreckt sich auf politische, wirtschaftliche und kulturelle Fragen. Die Invasion in Kuwait war der erste Test auf die Funktionstüchtigkeit. Die Mitglieder richteten sich vorwiegend an den gesamtarabischen Standpunkten und an den UNO-Stellungsnahmen aus. (DÜI-Seu)

This paper explores the links between trade, conflict and peace in the Arab Maghreb countries. Since its creation in 1989, the Arab Maghreb Union (AMU) has been in a lethargic state. We assume that reducing inter and intra-state conflicts would be a sound argument for the reactivation of the Arab Maghreb Union. In this paper, we will discuss trade flows between the Maghreb Union countries and highlight the pending political issues and conflicts. The results confirm that countries which are more likely to create regional blocks are naturally more open to trade and even more subject to interstate disputes. Elimination of all trade barriers and putting into effect multilateral trading systems would enable AMU countries the creation of a regional security framework that leverages diplomatic, political, economic and even military resources. Regional integration can be built and strengthened in order to promote peace and stability.

Emphasizes the institutional framework of the Arab Maghreb Union.

In particular, transport infrastructure can be seen as a lever for economic and social development, as it can be an important accelerator of the regional integration process in the southern Mediterranean. Several studies have shown that the improvement of infrastructure and the redevelopment of ports, airports, railways and roads have positive effects on economic growth, employment, industry and competitiveness. More importantly, improving the flow of goods and people illustrates a major indicator of regional integration. In many countries, economic recovery cannot begin without upgrades to the infrastructure. In this Communication, we have shown the important role of the transport sector and its major contribution to improving intra-AMU trade. The results show that the transport factor in the southern region is still weak and unable to advance its integration process. This weakness will encourage these countries to pursue an adequate strategy that will advance the process of regional integration and the development of production capacities and infrastructure in order to achieve the objectives of their economic growth.

Given the world's recent attention on the Middle East because of the Arab Spring, it is important to examine the role played by the International Organisations of the region in its governance. This book aims to be the key introductory volume for understanding the regional IOs of the Middle East. It assesses the reasons why IOs in the Middle East are so ill developed, explores their history, evolution and the successes and failures of each IO. It also analyses the reasons for the specific difficulties faced by each organisation through the context of intra-regional relations, before examining the impact of external factors such as: globalisation, moves towards global governance which have impacts in the Middle East and external influences from the great powers. Finally, it explores the likely impact of the Arab Spring upon the prospects for the further development of these regional International Organisations. This work will be of great interest to students and scholars of Middle East studies, international organizations and global governance.