Political Transition in Tunisia

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Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division

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Addresses developments in Tunisia involving emergence of new Prime Minister Beji Caid Essebsi, announcement of new transition "road map," reforms efforts, and security concerns. Provides overview o...

Addresses developments in Tunisia involving emergence of new Prime Minister Beji Caid Essebsi, announcement of new transition "road map," reforms efforts, and security concerns. Provides overview of "Jasmine Revolution," and examines Tunisia-U.S. relations, focusing on U.S. response to recent events and foreign assistance. Highlights emerging actors in current situation, including trade unions, security forces, political parties, and Islamist movement. Provides background on Tunisian Government under President Zine el-Abidine Ben Ali, including human rights issues and emerging discontent, terrorism in Tunisia, and Tunisian economic and foreign policy.

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