Egypt's National Security Strategy and "Sadatcraft"
Abstract
When Anwar Sadat became president in 1970, he was the second Egyptian to rule Egypt since the Pharoahs had done so over 2,000 years before. And as if inspired by all the Egyptians since then, he masterfully led his country through difficult times to unprecedented peace, independence, and economic reform. His tools were military force, diplomacy, and leadership. Focusing primarily on the period between 1970 and 1973, I'll discuss Egypt's national security strategy and Sadat's statecraft, or "Sadatcraft," to highlight some lessons that not only made him successful, but may also benefit today's strategists. Environment. When Sad at became president in 1970 following Nasser's death. Egypt's problems were extensive, yet somewhat common for an emerging nation. Politically, President Nasser at the end of his rule had had poor relations with the other Arab states. of equal concern was the Soviet Union's increasingly surrogate approach toward Egypt. However, Egypt's overriding dilemma was naturally with Israel. The Arab position after the 1967 war toward Israel was no negotiations, no recognition, and no settlement. Israel, with the security benefits of its territorial gain: and a general distrust of Arab states, was relatively satisfied with its status. And, the superpowers seemed sufficiently content with the current cease-fire.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 18, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA440775
Entities
People
- Cynthia Watson
- James E. Allgood
Organizations
- National War College