Geostrategic Alliances in the Eastern Mediterranean and MENA: A Universal Paradigm Shift

This book explores the geostrategic alliances in the Eastern Mediterranean and MENA regions, analyzing how they transcend stereotyped political and cultural prototypes due to shifting regional power balances. The shift is primarily driven by the US 'Pivot to Asia policy, China's economic incursion, historical ambitions, competition over hydrocarbons, civil wars, political chaos, US retrenchment, Russia's naval base expansion, Turkish expansion, NATO allies divisions, and migration and refugees. However, some factors could lead to changes in these trends, such as the need for energy transitions due to climate change consequences.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 123 pages
Publication date: 14 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate web of geostrategic alliances in the Eastern Mediterranean and MENA regions, shedding light on how these alliances transcend the traditional political and cultural prototypes prevalent in Western Eurasia. The authors explore the profound shift in regional power balances that has driven this transformation, attributing it primarily to the United States' "Pivot to Asia policy," which has resulted in a diminished focus on the Middle East for Washington. Additionally, the book highlights the growing economic influence of China in the wider region, driven by its ambitious expansion plans.

The book examines a range of factors that have contributed to this paradigm shift, including historical ambitions, sovereignty disputes, competition over hydrocarbons resources, civil wars, political instability, and the impact of migration and refugees. It also explores the role of the United States, Russia, Turkey, NATO allies, and other regional players in shaping the dynamics of the region.

Despite these challenges, the book suggests that some internal and external factors may lead to changes in these trends, particularly as the region grapples with the consequences of climate change. The need for energy transitions, regional cooperation, and diplomatic efforts to address the complex political and social dynamics in the Eastern Mediterranean and MENA regions are emphasized as crucial for promoting stability and prosperity.

This book is a valuable resource for scholars, students, policy-makers, and practitioners interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the political development in the Eastern Mediterranean and MENA regions, as well as of International Relations in general. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the complex interplay of power, politics, and culture that shapes the region's geopolitical landscape, offering insights that will be of great interest to a wide audience.

Weight: 232g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030975951
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022