During the 20th century the idea that the nation's wealth would be measured by the volume of their oil reserves dominated the world's economy scenario. Presently, however, another kind of liquid seems to be the best reference to estimate the long-term prosperity of the nations: Water.
This article can also be found at PPm, volume 2, no. 3
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