Direction lost
THE Middle East recently witnessed unprecedented changes, which were not possible in the 1920s or 1930s. It seems the wave of protests in the region is part of the new world order due to the sudden change in the attitude of the Arabs towards their old regimes. So far, most of the uprisings have been triggered by poverty, absence of better opportunities or jobs and freedom of expression.
Several Arab regimes have started implementing legal and administrative reforms, even if it is too late, just to please the people and defuse their anger. However, the situation has been chaotic and uncertain for many years.
The level of uncertainty became too high, shocking the so-called ‘superpowers’ and ‘observers’. They suddenly lost direction due to the remarkable changes in the rules of the game, particularly the regulations laid down after World War I.
We can compare the current situation to a delicate surgery, which requires careful pre and post-operation preparations. This makes us wonder if the old rules will be implemented again. Will the new rules lead to real freedom in the Arab nations? Or it depends on the Sudanese separation model that might be used in Iraq, Egypt, Libya and maybe Syria.
The Arab countries are currently facing a number of challenges, but it all depends on what they can say or do for their future in the presence of the strong Middle Eastern or global powers.
Email: labeed.abdal@gmail.com
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By: Labeed Abdal
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