
Ep. 210: Mark Koyama on What Makes Some Nations Richer Than Others
Macro Hive Conversations With Bilal Hafeez
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Factors Influencing Economic Growth and Prosperity
This chapter explores the debate on the factors contributing to wealth in different parts of the world, focusing on definitions of growth and prosperity such as GDP. It discusses the role of geography, energy access, and disease environments in shaping a nation's economic success, while also acknowledging the limitations of geographical explanations for global economic inequalities.
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