The World Affairs Council presents The Rapidly Changing Face of the Middle East and the Arab World, March 24, 2011
Uprising in Tunisia...Revolt in Egypt...Democracy in the Making?
The bitter realities of hunger, joblessness and oppression have worked to create the perfect storm for revolution in the Middle East, fueling the anger of millions, bringing about riots and demonstrations in the region and bringing down long-standing autocratic powers in Tunisia and Egypt. As the world watches, the unrest continues to grow as others are emboldened to call for greater representation and democratic reform. Will attempts at democratic reform in the Middle East have a positive outcome...or will extremist factions topple entrenched dictatorships, thus creating unfriendly relations with the West? The World Affairs Council presented a half-day conference exploring these timely topics at the Union League of Philadelphia, March 24, 2011.
The Council gratefully acknowledges The Satell Center for Executive Education.
