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Book SynopsisIn cases that involve domination of, and discrimination against, minorities, the most common solution is the promotion of minority rights. However, this book contends that in the context of migrant minorities in Africa, appealing to minority rights is not a workable solution due to the historical abuses and discrimination of minorities both within and across African states.
Through insightful philosophical analysis, Abumere argues for a new normative international relations among African states, which includes the adoption of minority rights, but does not rely on them. He analyses the possible consequences of the newly ratified African Continental Free Trade Agreement, looking at how it may encourage a more integrated Africa, but also may increase the chances of domination and discrimination against minorities. The author shows how normative international relations may be used to prevent the domination and discrimination of migrant minorities.
Table of ContentsIntroduction
Chapter One: Identities and Differences
Chapter Two: The Problem of Domination and Discrimination, and the Right to Immigration
Chapter Three: Expected Migrant Minorities and Problematic Identities and Differences
Chapter Four: Problems with Minority Rights Approach
Chapter Five: A Preliminary Discourse on a Realistic Resolution to Domination and Discrimination
Chapter Six: The Status of Minority Rights in Africa
Chapter Seven: The African Union and Normative International Relations
Chapter Eight: Future of Normative International Relations in Africa
Conclusion
Index
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