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Although developing countries far outnumber fully industrialized states, they are often neglected in the study of international relations, especially with respect to the development of foreign policy theory. International Relations in Contemporary Africa attempts to fill this void in the literature on comparative international relations while at the same time providing a detailed analysis of the economic development and integration of West African countries. Michael Anda specifically focuses on the members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and their policies, which encourage coordination on issues ranging from science and technology to diplomacy and mutual defense. Tracing the diplomatic history of West Africa from independence to the present, he assesses the various dimensions of cooperation among the smaller and less developed states of West Africa while revealing the precarious nature of the economy and security in the region. Both detailed and comprehensive, International Relations in Contemporary Africa represents a significant contribution to African studies that appeal to those with an interest in the foreign policy of smaller states.
Crises in World Politics: Theory & Reality presents the study of international conflict. This book discusses the danger of crises to global and regional stability. Organized into eight chapters, this book begins with an overview of the key concepts of the inquiry, conflict, crisis, and war. This text then explores the four phases of an interstate crisis, namely, onset, escalation, de-escalation, and impact. Other chapters consider the unified model of crisis, which is applied to the Gulf Crisis-War of 1990–91. This book discusses as well the most intense military-security crisis in the 20th century, the dynamics of the process, and how the actors coped with their crisis. The final chapter summarizes the primary findings about models and concepts, and about each phase and its corresponding period at the actor level, namely, pre-crisis, crisis, end-crisis, and post-crisis. This book is a valuable resource for historians, policy makers, and social scientists.
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Natural Monopolies Are Increasingly Being Subjected To Independent Regulation In Order To Ensure Adequate And Efficient Mobilization Of Resources,Facilitate Optimal Utilization Of Capacity, And Protect The Interests Of The Consumer. India`S Nascent Experience In The Transition From Government Control Of Its Infrastructure Sector To A Competitive Environment Is Now On The Right Track, Albeit Slow. Transition To A Liberalized Environment: Experiences And Issues In Regulation Took Stock Of The Regulatory Reform Status In Sectors Such As Power, Telecom, Ports, Oil, And Gas, Through Discussions With Regulators, Regulated Entities, Academia, And Other Stakeholders. Deliberations Entred On Themes Such As The Regulatory Framework, Market Structure, Tariff Issues, And Future Directions For India`S Regulatory Reforms. Making Sector-Specific Recommendations, The Book Hopes To Serve As A Ready Reference To Issues In Regulation In The Infrastructure Sector In India.
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