“TheENP aims to build relationships with Europe's neighbours based ‘upon a mutual commitment to common values (democracy and human rights, rule of law, good governance, market economy principles and sustainable development)’.” In Syria, however, as Chris Philips points out, "Human rights violations continue and the ruling regime has shown no serious moves towards democratisation.” That said, other beneficiaries such as Egypt, Israel and Jordan, also fall short of ENP criteria, raising questions as to failings in the ENP itself. Click for the original article…
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