What Next for Britain in the Middle East?: Security, Trade and Foreign Policy after Brexit

This book examines the drivers of foreign policy successes and failures in the Middle East and explores whether the UK can revitalize its influence in the region. It analyzes the values, trade, and security concerns that drive the UK's foreign policy and includes contributions from leading specialists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 264 pages
Publication date: 23 September 2021
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

As the United Kingdom embarks on a profound journey of self-reflection in the aftermath of Brexit, this insightful book delves into one of the central questions emerging from the divisive process: what is Britain's place in the world? The Middle East, a region with a rich historical engagement for the UK, stands as a focal point in this exploration. This comprehensive work assesses the factors that have contributed to both foreign policy successes and failures, and it raises the crucial question of whether there is a potential avenue to revitalize British influence in the region. The book delves into the core values, trade dynamics, and security concerns that shape the UK's foreign policy approach toward the Middle East. Separate chapters are dedicated to examining the non-Arab powers, such as Israel, Turkey, and Iran, as well as the Middle Eastern Arab states and regions, including the Gulf, Iraq, Egypt, and Syria, as well as the Levant. Contributions from esteemed specialists in the field, including Rosemary Hollis, Michael Clarke, Ian Black, Bill Park, Christopher Phillips, Sanam Vakil, Michael Stephens, and Louise Kettle, provide valuable insights and reevaluations of the declining Western influence and the ongoing instability in the region. These experts offer a comprehensive analysis of what this means for the United Kingdom's priorities and strategic approach toward the Middle East. This book is a vital resource for policy makers, journalists, and researchers with a keen interest in foreign policy towards the Middle East. It offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the complex dynamics shaping the region, providing valuable insights for navigating the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Weight: 426g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780755617166