Commodities prices soar over Russia supply fears
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The Political Ramifications of Commodity Dependency
This chapter explores the political consequences of relying on agricultural imports from Ukraine and Russia, emphasizing the threat of instability due to potential food shortages. It references past events, such as the 2007-2008 food crises and the Arab Spring, to illustrate how food scarcity can lead to widespread social unrest.
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