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Atossa Araxia Abrahamian on Freeports, Free Zones, and The Hidden Globe

Charter Cities Podcast

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Unearthing the Strange Dynamics of Economic Zones

In this chapter, the speaker recounts their unsettling experiences in unconventional economic zones, focusing on the harsh realities of offshore detention centers for asylum seekers. The narrative delves into the eerie atmosphere of Botan, a half-built city on the Laos-China border, where cultural and economic influences intertwine amidst political tensions.

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