TY - JOUR
T1 - A Systems Approach to Understanding Geopolitical Tensions in the Middle East in the Face of a Global Water Shortage
AU - Al-Masri, Raya
AU - Spyridopoulos, Theodoros
AU - Karatzas, Stylianos
AU - Lazari, Vasiliki
AU - Tryfonas, Theo
PY - 2021/10/1
Y1 - 2021/10/1
N2 - In this paper the potential for conflict in the Middle East due to the depleting of regional water reserves is explored and the implications for regional policy making, in the light of other tensions are investigated. We use System Dynamics to develop a model for water resources management and explore via simulation issues that emerge as important, in order to highlight required policies. This analysis validates part of the existing thinking and policies in place and signifies further the need for transboundary cooperation and emphasis on areas that may not be viewed traditionally as key priorities (e.g. demand management, as opposed to continuity of supply).
AB - In this paper the potential for conflict in the Middle East due to the depleting of regional water reserves is explored and the implications for regional policy making, in the light of other tensions are investigated. We use System Dynamics to develop a model for water resources management and explore via simulation issues that emerge as important, in order to highlight required policies. This analysis validates part of the existing thinking and policies in place and signifies further the need for transboundary cooperation and emphasis on areas that may not be viewed traditionally as key priorities (e.g. demand management, as opposed to continuity of supply).
U2 - 10.4018/IJSDA.289431
DO - 10.4018/IJSDA.289431
M3 - Article (Academic Journal)
SN - 2160-9772
VL - 10
JO - International Journal of System Dynamics Applications
JF - International Journal of System Dynamics Applications
IS - 4
M1 - 31
ER -