The Arc: A Formal Structure for a Palestinian StateAn examination of options for strengthening the housing and transportation infrastructure of a potential future independent Palestinian state in the context of a large and rapidly growing Palestinian population. The book includes initial cost estimates for improving and expanding infrastructure to facilitate successful development. |
Contents
Chapter One Introduction | 1 |
Chapter Two Palestine The Formal Structure of a New State | 7 |
Chapter Three Costs and Economic Benefits | 67 |
Chapter Four Sociopolitical Challenges | 75 |
Chapter Five Conclusion | 89 |
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