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Was Fulbert Youlou a proponent of economic liberalism?

  • Yes

  • No

  • He was indifferent to economic systems

  • He was a proponent of socialism

Answer

Yes, Fulbert Youlou was a proponent of economic liberalism. This was evident in his policies as president of the Republic of the Congo from 1959 to 1963. During his time in office, he promoted free enterprise and foreign investment, and he sought to reduce the size of the government sector. Youlou's economic policies were not popular with all Congolese, however, and they contributed to his downfall.
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