The Real Iraq.

The author reflects on the impact of war in Iraq on its economy. He compares the situation of Iraq during his first visit in 1968 and its condition in 2006. He relies on the broad measures of social and economic health to assess the country's condition. The agriculture sector of Iraq has experienced...

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Publicado en:Commentary Vol. 121; no. 6; pp. 21 - 27
Autor principal: Taheri, Amir
Formato: Editorial
Publicado: Commentary, Inc. Jun2006
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Sumario:The author reflects on the impact of war in Iraq on its economy. He compares the situation of Iraq during his first visit in 1968 and its condition in 2006. He relies on the broad measures of social and economic health to assess the country's condition. The agriculture sector of Iraq has experienced unprecedented decline between 1991 and 2003. He describes the relations among Shiites, Sunnis and Kurds.