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Why are some nations richer?

The Indicator from Planet Money

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Colonial Influence on Economic Institutions

This chapter explores the theories linking inclusive institutions to economic growth, examining how colonial mortality rates shaped governance and institutional development. It highlights the impact of European colonization on indigenous populations and the lasting economic disparities rooted in these historical events.

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