The economics of regime change

🌐 The Economist (United Kingdom) —

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The article examines historical lessons about economic conditions surrounding regime change, focusing on Venezuela and Iran as case studies. It analyzes how international sanctions, economic collapse, and political transitions interact in authoritarian states. Historical precedents are used to draw insights about the likely economic trajectories of these countries.

Lessons from history for Venezuela and Iran

World Security Conflict Politics Markets regime change Venezuela Iran economics sanctions political transition authoritarianism

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