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Unsustainable envelopment goals: China’s zero-covid fight
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Gulags and Unexpected Economies
This chapter examines the tragic history of slave labor camps, particularly the Soviet gulags, and their surprising connection to economic development in surrounding regions. It explores how the presence of political prisoners has influenced human capital and educational attainment, leading to improved economic outcomes over generations.
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