Sinking back
Article Abstract:
Albanians face high levels of crime, as well as political instability. Prime minister, Ilir Meta, favors western policies but also has close links with the Socialists' leader, Fatos Nano. Foreign aid has benefited Albania since a pyramid scheme collapsed and led to riots in 1997. There is little agreement on how to revive the economy. There is a need for equipment for the police, and the customs service still accepts bribes, though it has been reformed by the European Union. Corruption affects the law courts, and the creation of a civil society is not possible unless the main political parties co-operate.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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Going Nordic
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Slovenia has been praised by President Bill Clinton for the strength of its economy and democracy, and the stability of its foregn policy. Slovenia is more homogenous than much of the Balkans, and politicians take a less prominent role in society. There has been an improvement in infrastructure with little help from outside. Sloveni still has to reform its business laws and tax system in order to join the European Union (EU). Slovenia has an important strategic position for EU trade.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1999
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