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The Impact of Natural Disasters on the North African Economy

This chapter discusses the economic consequences of natural disasters in North Africa, focusing on an earthquake in Morocco and climate disasters in Libya. It explores the varying approaches taken by different countries, including securing loans from the IMF and accessing international funding. The chapter also examines the relationship between climate change, population movement, and urbanization, as well as the increasing reliance on solar energy projects to address the climate crisis.

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