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A Nobel prize for explaining why there's global inequality

Planet Money

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Institutions and Economic Disparities

This chapter explores the critical relationship between geography, institutions, and economic prosperity, emphasizing the 'reversal of fortune' experienced by formerly wealthy regions post-colonization. It also discusses the distinctions between inclusive and extractive institutions as presented in the influential book 'Why Nations Fail,' highlighting their significant impact on global economic development.

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