States of failure

Once deemed a humanitarian problem, failed states are now recognized as threats to global security. Today 52 countries are mired in poverty and lack effective governance, yet no one is certain how to help them.

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Published in:Bulletin of the atomic scientists 2007-05, Vol.63 (3), p.50-74
Main Author: Ryan, Missy
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Developing countries
Humanitarian aid
LDCs
Poverty
Radical groups
Security
Social conflict
Terrorism
Verbal aggression
Yemeni Republic - Government and politics
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Summary:Once deemed a humanitarian problem, failed states are now recognized as threats to global security. Today 52 countries are mired in poverty and lack effective governance, yet no one is certain how to help them.
ISSN:0096-3402
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DOI:10.1080/00963402.2007.11461075