Examining the Natural Resource Curse. Why Do States Fail?

The research explores the "natural resource curse," particularly its impact on state failure, a topic that remains under-examined in quantitative studies. While qualitative literature indicates that natural resources may destabilize states, this paper seeks to fill the gap by providing a data-driven analysis to validate or challenge these claims. The work aims to contribute to the understanding of how resource wealth can influence political stability and state integrity, highlighting the need for further empirical investigation in this area.