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Iraq's Shaky Economy Poses Threat To Future

NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Wed, 12/09/2009 - 3:05am

The Iraqi economy is mired in old patterns: Most paying jobs are with the government, which is dependent on oil for revenue.

Iraqi entrepreneurs say red tape and corruption make it difficult to start a private business; one economist argues the economy is on the brink of collapse.

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