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May 4, 2018

 In this episode of the Essential Geopolitics podcast from Stratfor, a RANE company, the topic is Turkey’s Economy and why it matters. Emily Donahue speaks with Middle East and North Africa analyst Emily Hawthorne about some of the nation's economic challenges and why the U.S., Europe and parts of Asia should pay close attention. You can read more of our comprehensive intelligence and forecasting on the region and what happens next with a subscription to Stratfor Worldview. Check out the special price for podcast listeners at stratfor.com/podcastoffer.

Essential Geopolitics: Inside Turkey's Economy

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Essential Geopolitics: Inside Turkey's Economy

Stratfor, a RANE Company

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