When people talk about an extractive economy, the conversation often stops at oil, gas, timber, or minerals. But the true picture extends far beyond what comes out of the ground. It includes how power is organized, how laws are enforced, where the money flows, and who ultimately benefits. Understanding this system-level reality is essential for…
Author: Aysel Demir
Istanbul-born, Berlin-based polyglot (Turkish, German, Japanese) with a background in aerospace engineering. Aysel writes with equal zeal about space tourism, slow fashion, and Anatolian cuisine. Off duty, she’s building a DIY telescope and crocheting plush black holes for friends’ kids.