"This book examines the relationship between combating terrorism and sustainable development against the backdrop of contemporary global conditions. The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 - and the bombings in Bali, Jakarta and elsewhere - thrust terrorism and its potent threat into the global spotlight with its acts of immense destruction. The emergence of the threat of terror has posed a major challenge to governments. One of the fundamental issues is in the methods to be employed to combat this menace. While we need to adopt a comprehensive approach and take immediate action, we must also address the longer-term perspectives, namely that of sustainable development. "--BOOK JACKET.