The 2003 Arab Human Development Report, A Critical Approach

Marc Lavergne (1)

1 GREMMO - Groupe de recherches et d'études sur la méditerranée et le moyen orient

The 2003 Arab Human Development Report emphasises the need for enhancing the access to knowledge in Arab societies. But, due to sensivities and diplomatic constraints, it is unduly optimistic and misses the obstacles raised by the political systems as well as by traditional values and culture within the societies.

Mots clés: Arab World; Human Development; Knowledge society; Traditions and values

Domaines: Géographie

Marc Lavergne. The 2003 Arab Human Development Report, A Critical Approach. Arab Studies Quarterly, 2004, vol. 26, printemps 2004 (n°2), p. 21-34. ⟨halshs-00638162⟩