Daron Acemoglu
Daron Acemoglu is an MIT economist and professor known for research on political economy, economic development, and the role of institutions in shaping prosperity.
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Nobel economist referenced in article arguing China's shrinking population may be a blessing, not a curse, aligning oddly with Xi's stance.
Pragmatists find this debate useful for reassessing growth models, but worry that both sides overstate demographic determinism and ignore policy flexibility.