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The Political Geography Of A Palestinian State: Main Problems Of Implementation, Saed Jamal Abu-Hijleh

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This study examined the main territorial, political, and economic obstacles facing the establishment of a Palestinian state. The study tried to determine if the classical requirements of state formation can be met within the geographic and political context of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. To accomplish this, the study focused on the main obstacles and problems associated with the following:

1. The territorial definition and delimitation of a Palestinian state
2. The determination of Palestinian citizenship and political representation.
3. The establishment of a viable and independent Palestinian economy.
4. The specification and execution of the functions and responsibilities of a Palestinian …