In slowdowns such as this one, the government often institutes new projects to build out parts of the country that remain underserved by modern transportation, and even housing.

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The bad news--at least for those of us who entertain escape fantasies--is that it's getting harder and harder to evade our modern communication and transportation grid.

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It's a term used to describe rural portions of the state where transportation and other modern conveniences are spotty at best.

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While the SUV has replaced the camel as a means of transportation in the modern Emirates, it's clear the animal retains an important place in the nation's heart.

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Modern, industry-standard communications and transportation systems were two more key infrastructure systems.

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With modern technology, the presidential mode of transportation has changed as well.

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Nice has fantastic public transportation with high-speed trains, a modern tramway and comprehensive bus routes.

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