Author examines nation-state transformations

A new collective work, "Political Science and the Problems of the Nation-State: Approaches, Theories, Contexts, and Transformations," delves into the evolving concept of the nation-state amidst profound global shifts. Edited by Dr. Mohamed Zahraoui and Dr. Said Shakaak, with an introduction by Dr. Mohamed Ghaali, the book addresses the complex questions surrounding the future of nation-states in an era marked by digital revolution, geopolitical instability, and globalization.

The publication critically examines the interplay between sovereignty, legitimacy, and governance, particularly as they are challenged by digital transformation and cross-border threats. It features diverse academic contributions that analyze the nation-state from various intellectual, political, and legal viewpoints. Studies within the book explore the state in modern Western thought, the political philosophy of the modern state, and the concept of the civil state, alongside discussions on sovereignty and legitimacy in contemporary societies.

Furthermore, the book highlights key challenges confronting the nation-state in the 21st century. These include issues related to identity, globalization, pandemics, natural disasters, complex risks, and digital warfare. It assesses the resilience and sustainability of states, emphasizing their capacity to maintain stability and institutional continuity in a rapidly changing international environment.

The work also dedicates significant attention to the repercussions of the digital revolution on the political sphere. It discusses algorithmic states, digital sovereignty, and the influence of technology on political decision-making. The editors also explore digital citizenship and education as crucial transformations reshaping the state-society relationship. The geopolitical dimension is also prominent, with studies examining the Maghreb region within the Moroccan political context, the future of the Greater Morocco project, and the paths to building the nation-state in Morocco, alongside an analysis of political system transformations driven by technological revolutions.