An Analysis of the Factors of Military Politization: Mauritania as a Case Study
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Mauritania, Military, Politization, Coup d’État, ArmyCopyright (c) 2023 Raquel Ojeda-García, Samara López-Ruiz
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Abstract
The political landscape of Mauritania has been closely intertwined with the military since the initial military coup in 1978. However, there is a lack of literature elucidating the factors behind the politicization of these actors. This article investigates the roots of military politicization in Mauritania, using a case study methodology and an analytical framework based on Bishara's (2018) and Perlmutter's (1969) variables. The primary contribution of this study lies in discerning the processes that have enabled the military to maintain its prominent role in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania.
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