| ID | 135403 |
| Title Proper | Tehran is hurting |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Ehteshami, Anoush |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | The Islamic Republic was born in if not out of an economic crisis, precipitated by softening oil prices at a time of massive government financial commitments.
The revolution merely accentuated structural problems that had been evident from 1977. There was little chance of recovery, however, as western-imposed sanctions after the November 1979 hostage crisis began to bite and the eight-year war with Iraq led to the establishment of a ‘war economy. |
| `In' analytical Note | World Today Vol.70, No.6; Dec-Jan.2014-2015: p.32-33 |
| Journal Source | World Today 2014-12 70, 6 |
| Standard Number | Economic Policy |