Political Transition in Tunisia

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Library of Congress. Foreign Affairs and National Defense Division

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Summary

Addresses developments involving recent exit of Tunisian President Zine el-Abidine Ben Ali following violent protests and political upheaval hailed as the "Jasmine Revolution." Examines Tunisia-U.S...

Addresses developments involving recent exit of Tunisian President Zine el-Abidine Ben Ali following violent protests and political upheaval hailed as the "Jasmine Revolution." 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, "legal" opposition parties, and Islamist movement. Provides background on Tunisian Government under President Ben Ali, including human rights issues and emerging discontent, terrorism in Tunisia, and Tunisian economic and foreign policy.

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