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Congo: From state collapse to 'absolutism', to state failure

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The extent to which the global context, allowed figures such as Mobutu to follow state-building strategies that resembled European efforts towards the same goal than most scholars would like to admit is presented. African patrimonialism seen in this light is less idiosyncratic than most cotemporary analyses allow, and its failure is hastened by recent changes in the global context that faces state-builders.

Congo, Congo (Kinshasa), Congolese history (Kinshasa)

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Haiti: The saturnalia of emancipation and the vicissitudes of predatory rule

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The critical moments of Haiti's history to illustrate persisting constraints are analyzed. There is little to indicate any systematic and progressive transformation of Haitian society, the abiding chasm between rulers and ruled, wealthy and poor, and the persistent pattern of destructive foreign interference augur poorly for the immediate future.

Haiti, Haitian foreign relations, Haitian history

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Order and commerce in turbulent areas: 19th century lessons, 21st century practice

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The collapsing of few states and the internal war proliferation along with localized political authorities poses challenges towards the unity and bonding of the international systems of states. The splintered authorities very often look outside for commercial deals that can be cashed on, to determine their power and supremacy.

Evaluation, International relations, Statelessness

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