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Acquisition of Scientific Literature in Developing Countries

5: Arab Gulf Countries

Information and Research Services, University of Bahrain

The fifth of a series of articles on the acquisition of scientific literature by libraries in developing countries. Deals with the six countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council, namely, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Presents the background to these countries and summarizes the development of science and technology in the region. Discusses collection building in the libraries of the region and problems of censorship and finance. Describes methods for the purchase of monographs, journals and continuations, publications of international agencies and nonprint media, including vendor selection and ordering and receipt procedures. The present situation with regard to the use of automation in acquisitions work and the need for centralized and cooperative purchasing are described. Reviews the major problems and suggests possible solutions.

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