The Economics of a Bridge Disaster
Ones and Tooze
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Tajikistan: Historical Background and Economic Challenges
Exploring the impoverished history of Tajikistan, this chapter compares its GDP per capita to neighboring countries and reflects on its strategic significance on the Silk Road. Discussing the impact of Russian influence, civil war, and the flow of remittances from Russia, it highlights the country's economic struggles and vulnerabilities to terrorism.
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