| ID | 146686 |
| Title Proper | Egypt’s foreign and security policy in post-R2P Libya |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Muhlberger, Wolfgang |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The post-intervention situation in Libya poses foreign and security policy challenges for Egypt. Egypt’s definition of the Libyan problem centres on two fundamental aspects: it is depicted as the consequence of an unfinished R2P military intervention, and perceived as part of a regional war against Islamist terrorism. All practical steps being taken by the authorities in Cairo are based on this dual framing. The implications of its positioning are, firstly, a securitised approach to foreign policy, including limited military interference and proxy support and, secondly, the emergence of a partisan position. To date, the impact of Egypt’s foreign policy line in the Libyan theatre has been limited and hence its viability risks being thrown into question. |
| `In' analytical Note | International Spectator Vol. 51, No.2; Jun 2016: p.99-112 |
| Journal Source | International Spectator Vol: 51 No 2 |
| Key Words | Egypt ; Libya ; Foreign Policy ; R2P Intervention |