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This paper examines the economic policies of increasing politically powerful Islamist political parties in Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco and Jordan. Economic realities in these countries are quite difficult, presenting challenges that require radical changes in the existing order and far-sighted planning, argues the report. It finds that the economic agendas do not call for polices such as the nationalization of industries, and instead call for combating corruption, strengthening good governance, and enacting socially just policies. Policy gray zones still exist, for example in areas such as the role of the state in the economy. Overall, all fall short of presenting comprehensive and integrated programs that can realistically transform these states' economies.