This thought-provoking study measures and critically examines the effects that an averageA population growth rate of 2.8% could have on the development of the Arab Gulf States.A ItA questions the ability of Gulf governments toA continue providing relatively high standards ofA education, health and employment under conditions of rapid population growth, an undiversified economic base, and a tribal political framework.A A Within this context, population growth is identified as one important variable that hinders long-term development. The book will appeal to all those interested in the Middle East, demography, development and sociology.

Book Information
ISBN 9780754632207
Author Nadeya Sayed Ali Mohammed
Format Hardback
Page Count 208
Imprint Ashgate Publishing Limited
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 408g