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Globalization Fuels the Arab Uprising.

Authors :
Ghitis, Frida
Source :
World Politics Review (Selective Content). 2/10/2011, p1-1. 1p.
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

The article focuses on the influence of globalization to the uprisings in Arab countries. It states that the uprisings in Egypt, Tunisia and other countries in the Arab world are products of online social networks Twitter, Facebook, and even Wikileaks. Furthermore, the role of the worldwide increase of food prices in propelling the revolutions is discussed.

Details

Language :
English
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
World Politics Review (Selective Content)
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
80134793