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Which of the following descriptions best characterizes Qatar's capital city of Doha?
Which of the following descriptions best characterizes Qatar's capital city of Doha?
How reliant on foreign labor is Qatar's construction boom?
How reliant on foreign labor is Qatar's construction boom?
Qatar's construction boom relies on a labor force that overwhelmingly is foreign-born.
How has Qatar been able to achieve one of the world's highest standards of living?
How has Qatar been able to achieve one of the world's highest standards of living?
Qatar sits atop the world's third largest gas reserves.
What is Al Jazeera?
What is Al Jazeera?
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How did Qatar influence the geopolitics of Southwest Asia and Northern Africa during the Arab Spring?
How did Qatar influence the geopolitics of Southwest Asia and Northern Africa during the Arab Spring?
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Why does Indonesia have one of the world's most complicated electoral systems?
Why does Indonesia have one of the world's most complicated electoral systems?
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How does Indonesia's shape affect its electoral system?
How does Indonesia's shape affect its electoral system?
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What accounts for the greatest portion of the $2 billion spent on the 2014 election?
What accounts for the greatest portion of the $2 billion spent on the 2014 election?
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How have democratic presidential elections been viewed in Indonesia recently?
How have democratic presidential elections been viewed in Indonesia recently?
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Why are coalitions common in Indonesian politics?
Why are coalitions common in Indonesian politics?
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Study Notes
Qatar's Capital City: Doha
- Doha is characterized by a modern skyline dominated by glass skyscrapers.
- Urbanization in Qatar is nearly complete, with 99% of the population living in urban areas.
- All of Doha's skyscrapers have been developed since the mid-1990s.
Foreign Labor in Qatar's Economy
- Qatar's construction sector heavily depends on foreign labor, with 94% of its workforce being foreign-born.
- The majority of foreign workers come from India, Nepal, and the Philippines.
Qatar's Economic Prosperity
- Qatar possesses the world's third largest natural gas reserves.
- The country also holds significant petroleum reserves, enabling free healthcare and education without taxes.
Al Jazeera News Channel
- Al Jazeera is an Arabic-language news broadcaster serving Southwest Asia and Northern Africa.
- Established in 1999, the channel provides 24-hour news coverage.
Qatar and the Arab Spring
- Qatar played a vital role in creating a coalition with the U.S., U.K., and France to depose Muammar Gaddafi during the Arab Spring.
Indonesia's Electoral Complexity
- Indonesia ranks as the world's third largest democracy, holding simultaneous elections for president and legislative chambers.
- It follows India and the U.S., which are the only larger democracies.
Geographic Challenges in Indonesia's Elections
- The archipelagic nature of Indonesia, comprising nearly 13,500 islands, complicates election result reporting.
- Results can take up to a month to tally due to the vast geography.
2014 Indonesian Election Budget
- The 2014 election saw $2 billion in expenditure, with the largest portion allocated for staffing.
- Approximately 60% of the budget was devoted to hiring 4.5 million workers for election operations.
Perceptions of Presidential Elections in Indonesia
- Recent presidential elections faced issues like corruption and poor infrastructure but maintained peace and public acceptance.
- Despite its size and complexity, elections have generally been free of major controversies.
Coalition Politics in Indonesia
- Coalitions are common due to individual parties often lacking sufficient support to nominate a presidential candidate.
- A party must achieve 25% of the votes or 20% of legislative seats to be eligible for nomination.
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Test your knowledge of political geography with these flashcards focusing on Doha, Qatar. Discover key characteristics of the city and its reliance on foreign labor. Perfect for students looking to enhance their understanding of urbanization and labor dynamics in a global context.
