The Future of the Middle East: Horizons of Challenges and Opportunities
... and requiring the redistribution of resources in their favor; In conflict and post-conflict zones urban segregation is likely to be a contentious issue (e.g. building new settlements in disputed territories in Israel or new development projects in Jerusalem); Persistent political instability in the region may hinder the development of urban autonomy and prevent any move towards decentralization necessary for effective urban governance. 4. Digitalization and Automation By the middle of the century, the world will finally enter the era of the digital economy, which will radically change the rules of competition in global markets, as well as many fundamental parameters of politics, social ...