# Natural Resources and Economic Development { "id": "T11823", "title": "Natural Resources and Economic Development", "url": "/topics/T11823", "kind": "topic-directory", "aeo_cohort": "topic-directory", "provider": "openalex", "revision": "aa88ee83edfa9166", "catalogue_revision": "f050b5d4780b1289", "numeric_address": "36183571610110616", "address_version": "morton4x16-v1", "coordinates": [ 2, 20, 2000, 11823 ], "answer_status": "Directory metadata; local answer requires separate source review", "truth_status": "Subject descriptor, not a factual answer or a demonstrated knowledge gap" } This cluster of papers explores the phenomenon of resource curse, focusing on the impact of natural resource abundance, particularly oil, on political institutions, economic development, corruption, and democracy. It delves into the intricate relationship between resource wealth, governance, and societal well-being, offering insights into the challenges and complexities associated with managing and harnessing natural resources for sustainable development. Directory metadata is not a factual answer or evidence of a global knowledge gap. Source: https://openalex.org/T11823 No owner-reviewed local answer yet.