Federalism and the Arab League: A theoretical synergy

Sheriff Ghali IBRAHIM, M. Ahmed M. KABIR, Farouk Ibrahim BIBI F.

Abstract


Abstract. The paper is a theoretical analogy of the Arab league as a regional organization. The paper also discusses the objectives, strengths and weaknesses of the league. By adopting descriptive-historical research from library instrument, findings show that, there is no doubt that the league had recorded some appreciable level of achievements since its inception and there have equally been some challenges along the line. The paper concludes that, the Arab league must find a way to reduce the perpetual tension and violence in Palestine by working towards enthroning a peaceful relationship with Israel while retaining their cultural identity. The paper also recommends that, the Arab league should strengthen their relationship with the non-Arab Nations especially in the face of globalization to reap the benefits therein involved as a league. Arab league must ensure that Arab states stop waging needless wars between and among themselves. The Syria and Yemeni crises among others is a disgrace to the Arab world.

Keywords: Arab league, Theoretical, Synergy, Federalism, Integration.

JEL. A10, F15.

Keywords


Arab league; Theoretical; Synergy; Federalism; Integration.

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