Large Numbers of People Denied Economic Freedom

Report International Economies

Large Numbers of People Denied Economic Freedom

March 14, 2019 1 min read
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Summary

Economic freedom is not just about financial success. The societal benefits of economic freedom extend far beyond higher incomes or reductions in poverty. People in economically free societies live longer, enjoy better health, and are able to be better stewards of the environment.

Nations with more economic freedom have stronger economies. Unfortunately, India and China have low economic freedom scores, meaning billions of people face significant barriers to prosperity.

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GDP per Capita (PPP)

 

Overall Score in the 2019 Index of Economic Freedom

SOURCES
• Economic freedom: The Heritage Foundation’s 2019 Index of Economic Freedom
• Population and GDP per capita (PPP): International Monetary Fund, World Economic Outlook Database, April 2018

NOTES
• GDP per capita (PPP) is in current international dollars.

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