Middle East Military Balance, 1996

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Providing an in-depth statistical study of military trends in the Middle East and a collection of essays analyzing the details and strategic significance of recent events in the region, this book offers a wealth of current, and hard-to-find information to scholars, policymakers, and analysts.In this year's volume, the first section includes essays on the Arab-Israeli peace process, the emerging Palestinian political system, and the proceedings of the Arms Control and Regional Security Working Group. A breakdown of arms transfers to the Middle East, overall sales volume, habits of arms-selling states, and procurement patterns of major Middle East states is provided. Other subjects covered include the strategic implications of regional economic changes and Turkey's important role in this area.The second section provides a highly detailed statistical state-by-state breakdown of government personnel, economic structure, and military forces. Comparative tables are included so that this information can be usefully analyzed across states. A glossary of weapons systems, along with a list of acronyms is included. This widely respected annual reference volume was previously only available through the Jaffe Center for Strategic Studies in Tel Aviv.

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Providing an in-depth statistical study of military trends in the Middle East and a collection of essays analyzing the details and strategic significance of recent events in the region, this book offers a wealth of current, and hard-to-find information to scholars, policymakers, and analysts.

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