CHAPTER 1. Armenia After a Decade of Reform
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Mr. Christian H. Beddies
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Mr. Enrique A Gelbard
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Mr. James McHugh
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Ms. Laure Redifer
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Mr. Garbis Iradian
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Abstract

This chapter contains an assessment of Armenia’s transition from a state-dominated economy to a market-oriented one during the past 10 years. It begins with a brief discussion of the economic background and continues with an analysis of the main reforms undertaken, the process of economic stabilization, and economic performance. The chapter revolves around three main issues: (1) Armenia’s strong economic performance compared to similar transition countries, especially since 2001; (2) the main factors behind the ignition of the growth process; and (3) the challenges to sustaining high rates of economic growth in the future.

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