Syrian Kurds, the Democratic Union Party (PYD), and the Strategic Framing of the Civil War: Selling the New Model of Governance

The book analyzes the lobbying attempts of the PYD to sell its model of governance to the US and the UK, considering the responsiveness of these countries to the PYD's arguments and the counter-lobbying efforts of Turkey. It argues that the responsiveness of the US and the UK is influenced by their policy stances and objectives in Syria during the civil war.

Format: Hardback
Length: 246 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2023
Publisher: Lexington Books

The book delves into a comprehensive analysis of the political maneuverings of the People's Protection Units (PYD), a Syrian Kurdish political party, in its efforts to promote its governance model to international powers, particularly the United States and the United Kingdom. Through a detailed examination of the specific arguments put forth by the PYD and the corresponding responses from these countries, the book seeks to understand the dynamics of lobbying and the receptiveness of these nations to the PYD's proposals.

While analyzing the PYD's strategies for lobbying and the responsiveness of the US and the UK, the book also takes into account the counter-lobbying efforts of Turkey and the potential challenges it poses to these countries' responsiveness towards the PYD's arguments. The author argues that the responsiveness of the US and the UK towards the PYD's arguments is primarily influenced by their policy stances and policy objectives in Syria during the civil war. In this regard, the overlapping or conflicting policy objectives between the PYD, the Turkish government, and the US and the UK play a significant role in shaping the responsiveness of these countries to the PYD's arguments.

The book explores the complex interplay between political actors, regional dynamics, and international interests, shedding light on the intricate dynamics that shape the political landscape in Syria and the broader region. It provides valuable insights into the strategies employed by different parties and their impact on the ongoing conflict, offering a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the region.

Weight: 513g
Dimension: 237 x 158 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781666927832