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Glossary

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Nationalization

Criticality: 3

The process by which a government takes ownership and control of private organizations or industries.

Example:

Facing a severe energy crisis, the government decided on the nationalization of all major oil companies to ensure public access and control over resources.

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Privatization

Criticality: 3

The process of transferring ownership of state-owned enterprises from the government to private individuals or companies.

Example:

After years of government control, the national airline was put up for sale, leading to its privatization and operation by a private consortium.