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Feb 2023
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The economics of Ukraine's refugees

Bbc World Service
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A year since Russia invaded, millions of Ukrainians are still displaced around the globe. Away from the immediate horror of the conflict, it's presented challenges and opportunities for host countries, refugees, and their businesses. What does this population shift mean for Europe and beyond? 
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