Public Relations in the Gulf Cooperation Council Countries

<p>The Arab world has engaged in public relations for thousands of years and the public relations literature provides multiple examples extending from ancient times. However modern public relations is much more vaguely defined. This is partly because the research surrounding public relations practice in the Middle East remains sparse especially in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.</p><p></p><p>This book presents a clear picture of contemporary PR practice in this region providing a background on the evolution of public relations in each GCC country. It shows how environmental factors (historical cultural socio-political and economic) influence practice in the region. It also contributes to public relations scholarship education and practice worldwide by providing new perspectives to those unfamiliar with its practice in this region. </p><p></p><p>This book will benefit scholars and practitioners alike through its informed analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of practice in the GCC countries as well as being of great benefit to the development of professional practice in the region. </p>