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Western nations are debating multi billion-dollar aid deals for what's seen as democratic and economic transformation in North Africa and the Middle East. But while politicians in Europe and the U.S. say the West should show the region the tangible fruits of freedom, many believe the timing couldn't be worse. Laura Emmet explains.

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