International Institutions of the Middle East The GCC, Arab League, and Arab Maghreb Union

'James Worrall has produced a classic here! With so much international attention on the MENA region and the crisis of state and society at its Arab core, it is surprising that no substantial and systematic analysis of the main structures of the regional system - its key institutions - has been available in one volume. This substantial study addresses that shortcoming, I believe, bringing together the conceptual tools for deciphering MENA regionalization as well as the rich empirical data for understanding it. Dr Worrall shows that these institutions matter and do have a role to play in shaping the region's fortunes. I will certainly want a copy of this book by my side. '- Anoush Ehteshami, Durham University, UK

'In this clear, accessible and yet exhaustive volume the author does an excellent job of highlighting the genesis, evolution and principal features of the major international organizations in the Arab speaking world. He does so in a sympathetic and yet probing manner advancing the literature on regionalism and regionalization. This book is a must read for all students of international relations of the Middle East and will prove very useful for everyone interested in international relations more widely" Matteo Legrenzi, Associate Professor, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, President of the Italian Association for Middle Eastern Studies (SeSaMO) 2013-2016.' - Matteo Legrenzi, Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Italy

'Worrall has produced a rigorous and scholarly work that adds to our knowledge and understanding of the three institutions in focus - the Gulf Cooperation Council, the Arab League and the Arab Maghreb Union. More than that, he offers a valuable comparative examination of some of the major institutions at the heart of the contemporary Arab world. A timely and welcome study.' - Rory Miller, Professor of Government, Georgetown University, Qatar