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Old 05-14-2008, 03:05 PM   #10
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Originally Posted by Resolute 14 View Post
To flip the question - when has investment in such a nation led to a change in the political environment?
Well, right now I can tell you that at least living standards have improved in the town where he works. People moved there from impoverished areas and were able to work.

It's easier to keep a population down when you make them destitute and desperate. With wealth comes hope for positive change. Not to mention, the company has also improved sanitation and the locals learn English from the workers. There is a steady transfer of knowledge from Canadians to the locals. If you want positive change, then contact is better than isolation (imo).
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