| ID | 080838 |
| Title Proper | Blood barrels |
| Other Title Information | why oil wealth fuels conflict |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Ross, Michael L |
| Publication | 2008. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The world has grown much more peaceful over the past 15 years -- except for oil-rich countries. Oil wealth often wreaks havoc on a country's economy and politics, helps fund insurgents, and aggravates ethnic grievances. And with oil ever more in demand, the problems it spawns are likely to spread further. |
| `In' analytical Note | Foreign Affairs Vol. 87, No.3; May-Jun 2008: p2-8 |
| Journal Source | Foreign Affairs Vol. 87, No.3; May-Jun 2008: p2-8 |
| Key Words | Energy Security ; Oil |