The European Union's Democratization Agenda in the Mediterranean

The European Union's Democratization Agenda in the Mediterranean offers a collection of thoughtful articles that reframe our understanding of EU efforts to promote democracy in the Mediterranean region. Departing from typical analyses that examine the external influence of EU policies on authoritarian regimes and opposition forces, this volume shifts the focus to the domestic changes taking place on the ground. By exploring the interplay between local political dynamics and European initiatives, the contributors present a nuanced “inside-out” perspective. Emphasizing the feedback loop between EU policy making and the realities of Mediterranean politics, the book examines how local actions and perceptions actively shape the EU’s democratization strategies. It also addresses the complex issue of the EU's self-representation and its unclear role in the region. Published in 2013 by Routledge as a paperback, this work provides a concise yet compelling empirical analysis of democracy promotion in the Mediterranean.