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The Eastern European Experiment
"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg
Shifting Educational Priorities and Social Dynamics in Eastern Europe and Iran
In Iran, ambitious young men prioritize studying the Quran to achieve high status, akin to achieving partnership in a law firm, while women opt for subjects like mathematics as their societal roles restrict their advancement to religious leadership. This dynamic highlights the selective educational pursuits based on societal gender values. In Eastern Europe, Northern regions like Estonia are rapidly westernizing, aligning with Scandinavian norms, whereas other Baltic countries are likely to converge more towards Poland and the Czech Republic, embracing a blend of liberal and libertarian values. Southern Eastern Europe may align with Southern Europe, adopting cultural characteristics reminiscent of Greece and Portugal while experiencing a boost in tourism. However, this tourism influx may not result in substantial wealth, particularly for countries like Croatia and Montenegro, which have attractive coastlines, as opposed to Bulgaria and Romania, which possess natural beauty but lack marketable tourist attractions. This disparity signifies that while some countries may achieve economic growth through tourism, others may continue to struggle with low incomes and demographic challenges, especially if they integrate into the EU under current conditions. Future prospects for these regions will rely on their ability to market their unique attributes to draw tourism and address demographic trends effectively.
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