Episode
Episode 32 - Belgian Employees in Service of Iran's Government - Part 2
Dirancast
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2023-05-08
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Based on Annette Destree's historical account, this episode explores the administrative state of Qajar-era Iran through the lens of Belgian expertise and foreign advisors. What administrative deficiencies plagued Iran's government? How did institutional constraints limi Read more…Based on Annette Destree's historical account, this episode explores the administrative state of Qajar-era Iran through the lens of Belgian expertise and foreign advisors. What administrative deficiencies plagued Iran's government? How did institutional constraints limit state capacity? This second part examines the presence of Belgian consultants in Iran from 1898 onwards, revealing critical insights into governance challenges and modernization attempts during this transformative period. Close