Dec
12
Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown
December 12, 2023 | Leave a Comment
Monarchical rule in the region of MENA while having survived a long period of time has faced its array of challenges and its leaders tend to face a number of issues while in power. Russell E. Lucas, in “MONARCHICAL AUTHORITARIANISM: SURVIVAL AND POLITICAL LIBERALIZATION IN A MIDDLE EASTERN REGIME TYPE”, distinguishes between authoritarianism and sultanism, […]
Dec
11
Reflecting on MENA
December 11, 2023 | Leave a Comment
Studying MENA requires a unique perspective given its vast history, culture and complex regime types. Whether it’s the various struggles these regions face on their journey towards democratization or the continued authoritarian regimes and their strength in the region, it’s vital to give each of these tools equal importance in order to fully understand why […]