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Eritrea 2026: The Myth of the ‘Closed Economy’

The article challenges the narrative that Eritrea has the most closed economy in Africa, arguing instead that it follows a sovereignty-first development model. It critiques the oversimplified views on national service and economic structure, emphasizing strategic gatekeeping.

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