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Britain and the Middle East in the 9/11 Era
Contributor(s): Hollis, Rosemary (Author)
ISBN: 1405102985     ISBN-13: 9781405102988
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
OUR PRICE:   $35.63  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: March 2010
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Annotation: This authoritative book examines contemporary British policy in the Middle East, focusing on Iraq, the Arab-Israeli conflict, the Barcelona Process, and bridge-building to Washington as contrasting illustrations of the British approach.
Contrasts case studies in British dealings with the Middle East region
Argues that the Middle East moved from centre to periphery in British foreign policy, as a result of globalization and the priorities of the 1990s New Labour government
Demonstrates how the events of 11 September produced renewed government attention to the Middle East region
Explores the role of the 'special relationship' with Washington in shaping British policy
Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Political Science | International Relations - General
Dewey: 327
Series: Chatham House Papers (Chatham House)
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.75 lbs) 232 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Middle East
- Cultural Region - British Isles
 
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Publisher Description:
This authoritative book examines British policy in the Middle East, focusing on how Britain's response to 9/11 - particularly the decision to join the US invasion of Iraq - has affected its role and relations in the region.
  • Establishes what was 'new' about the New Labour approach and policies towards the Middle East and what changed as a result of 9/11 and the 'war on terror'
  • Analyses in detail how the Blair government handled the Iraq crisis, invasion and fallout, including developments in relations with Iran
  • Documents Britain's 'niche' role in the Middle East peace process.
  • Argues that arms sales, trade and finance bind Britain to the Arab Gulf states
  • Traces Britain 's involvement in US-regional security arrangements