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A comparison of the economic performance of different micro-states, and between micro-states and larger countries

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  • Armstrong, H.
  • De Kervenoael, R. J.
  • Li, X.
  • Read, R.

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  • Armstrong, H. & De Kervenoael, R. J. & Li, X. & Read, R., 1998. "A comparison of the economic performance of different micro-states, and between micro-states and larger countries," World Development, Elsevier, vol. 26(4), pages 639-656, April.
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