The Journal for politics, economics, and culture of the Middle East published by the German Orient-Institute
Currently in its 63rd year, ORIENT has established itself as a major reference source on Middle Eastern politics, economics, religion and society. With four issues per year and a print distribution of more than 2,500, it reaches scholars and decision makers in politics and business worldwide. Each edition focuses on a specific topic, for example: the Muslim World and the Internet; the Shia; Turkey and the West; or the US and the Near and Middle East. ORIENT positions itself at the juncture between academia and the interests of the business and media world, publishing original scholarly articles and a broad range of book reviews. Purchase a subscription starting at 80 EUR per year to get valuable insights to the Near and Middle East provided by top academics and insiders.
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The impact of civil society on building democracy and promoting liberalism in Tunisia
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Germany-GCC relations: Continuities, priorities and Atlanticism
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German democracy promotion: The German political foundations in the MENA region
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A brief history of international influence in Afghanistan
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