Yoshkar-Ola is the Dubai of Eastern Europe, a city of international commerce. The economy is growing at a rate of 12.7% per year, far outpacing Old Europe (EU proper), the United States, and even Moscow, the capital of Russia.
Brilliant city planners and a hard working, educated populace are the foundation of Yoshkar-Ola’s success on the world stage. Billions of dollars in surplus tax revenue are being invested in infrastructure projects to support growth. Projects under construction include a mag-lev monorail, subway system (metro), fusion power plant, particle accelerator, SETI array, and several new roads.
The people have not been forgotten. High rise apartment buildings are being constructed, and new apartments given away free and clear to blue-collar workers who could otherwise not afford to own a home. Universities are continually being expanded and tuition is of course free to all residents of Yoshkar-Ola. Hospitals are routinely upgraded with the latest in medical technology. Healthcare is universal and guaranteed for all, even the undocumented and foreign tourists.
