1 Economic Reforms, Growth, Employment, and the Social Sectors in the Arab Economies
Language:
English
Print Publication Date:
11 Apr 1997
Keywords:
BOOK; government; country; economic reform; The Fund; government pension plans; country difference; inflation benefits holder; food subsidy program; benefits holder; Income distribution; Income inequality

Abstract

Most Arab countries have embarked on, or are in the process of formulating, medium-term economic reform policies with an important common objective: sustaining a high level of economic growth. This objective reflects policymakers’ increasing recognition that structural changes and financial stability are needed if their economies are to (1) provide sustainable employment opportunities for the un- and underemployed, as well as for the increasing number of nationals entering the labor force; (2) progress further in improving basic social indicators; and (3) benefit from the important changes taking place in the regional and international economies.

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Cover The Social Effects of Economic Adjustment on Arab Countries
The Social Effects of Economic Adjustment on Arab Countries
ISBN:
9781557756053
Publication Date:
11 Apr 1997
Publisher:
International Monetary Fund
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5089/9781557756053.071
Pages:
271