How the World's Richest Country Lost 90% of its GDP

How the World's Richest Country Lost 90% of its GDP

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Business, Social Studies

7th - 12th Grade

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Nehru, a small Pacific island, experienced an economic boom due to phosphate mining, becoming the richest country per capita. However, mismanagement, environmental degradation, and health crises led to a severe economic decline. Efforts to diversify the economy, including offshore banking, failed. Today, Nehru relies on foreign aid and detention centers for economic stability.

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How did Nehru's GDP per capita compare to that of the United States during its peak?

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What was the impact of the offshore banking strategy on Nehru's economy?

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What lessons can be learned from Nehru's economic history regarding natural resource management?

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What were the main industries in Nehru after the phosphate resources were depleted?

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