Oligarchs
/ˈɒlɪɡɑːrks/
Definitions
- (n.) Individuals who concentrate control of a country or organization through wealth or political influence, often in post-Soviet contexts.
The government's policies favored the oligarchs, consolidating their economic power.
Forms
- oligarch
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Commentary
The term 'oligarchs' is predominantly used to describe politically and economically powerful elites, especially in transitional or authoritarian states; its legal relevance appears in discussions of corruption, political influence, and sanctions law.
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