Recognition as strategy: diplomatic instrumentalization and future pathways in the Western Sahara conflict (1975–present)
Bouchat, Romain (A.A. 2024/2025) Recognition as strategy: diplomatic instrumentalization and future pathways in the Western Sahara conflict (1975–present). Tesi di Laurea in Social and economic development of the Mediterranean countries, Luiss Guido Carli, relatore Michele Petrone, pp. 171. [Master's Degree Thesis]
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Abstract/Index
Literature review. Contemporary stakes: the autonomy plan and competing visions. Definition and origins of the conflict. Historical escalation and military dimension. Actors and their strategic interests. The diplomatic deadlock. Why the conflict still matters today. Scenario construction and validation logic. France: a longstanding ally of Morocco. Historical foundations and economic ties. Military and security cooperation. France’s role at the United Nations security council. The balancing act: France, Morocco and Algeria. The United States: strategic partnership and policy evolution. Historical foundations: a longstanding partnership. US policy evolution: from neutrality to recognition. Strategic interests: security, trade, and regional stability. The United States at the United Nations: navigating competing principles. Congressional perspectives and human rights considerations. Africa: continental stakes and fragmented alignments. African states as key recognition battleground. The African Union’s role: institutional tensions and limited enforcement. Competition for regional leadership: geopolitical rivalries and external influences. The European Union: pragmatism vs. legal constraints. Strategic partnerships with Morocco: migration, security and energy cooperation. The role of European courts: legal constraints and institutional contradictions. EU fragmentation and limited leverage: divergent member state policies. Future scenarios: potential pathways for Western Sahara. Methodology: ACH and PMESII-PT/ASCOPE. Recognition as a political instrument. Comparative summary of scenarios: triggers, causal mechanisms and verifiable indicators. Application of the framework: ranking plausibility.
References
Bibliografia: pp. 132-171.
| Thesis Type: | Master's Degree Thesis |
|---|---|
| Institution: | Luiss Guido Carli |
| Degree Program: | Master's Degree Programs > Master's Degree Program in International Relations (LM-52) |
| Chair: | Social and economic development of the Mediterranean countries |
| Thesis Supervisor: | Petrone, Michele |
| Thesis Co-Supervisor: | Ferrara, Pasquale |
| Academic Year: | 2024/2025 |
| Session: | Extraordinary |
| Deposited by: | Alessandro Perfetti |
| Date Deposited: | 10 Sep 2026 13:23 |
| Last Modified: | 10 Sep 2026 13:23 |
| URI: | https://tesi.luiss.it/id/eprint/46804 |
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