Reshuffling the Cards?: Syria's New Hand

ISN Publication, December 16, 2009
"This publication concentrates on the new assets of Syria’s foreign policy. Taking into account Syria's decision to accelerate economic reforms and resume peace talks with Israel in 2009, this paper assesses the consequences of such moves on Syria’s foreign policy goals. It argues that while Syria's policy moves have traditionally been driven by short-term objectives, the US administration’s vision for the region will have a decisive impact on Syria's future policy."
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