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The conversation also touched on the productivity challenges facing these economies, with stagnant or declining figures in Australia. The panelists explored the potential role of individual responsibility and self-reliance, questioning whether societal softness and a lack of discipline have contributed to these productivity woes.
Institutions and Economic Prosperity
The recent Nobel Prize awarded to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson was discussed as a positive development, highlighting the importance of strong institutions in driving economic prosperity. The panelists emphasized the crucial role of factors like the rule of law, property rights, and contract enforcement in fostering economic growth and shared prosperity.