ABSTRACT

First published in 1998, the contents of this book is the result of a series of studies by several Albanian scholars, in cooperation with contributors of differing nationalities, on various aspects of the Albanian economy during its ‘transition to market’. This study’s multiple aim is to provide an accessible body of information for outsiders interested in Albania ; to provide locally based teaching material for Albanian economics students; and to also clarify policy issues.

chapter 2|24 pages

Albania’s Distinctiveness

chapter 3|21 pages

Land, Regions and People

chapter 4|20 pages

Politics, 1990–96

chapter 5|10 pages

Liberalization

chapter 6|25 pages

Privatization

chapter 7|15 pages

Stabilization

chapter 9|11 pages

Institution-Building

chapter 11|14 pages

Public Finance

chapter 12|14 pages

Labour and Employment

chapter 13|19 pages

Financial Institutions

chapter 14|19 pages

Foreign Resources

chapter 15|18 pages

Events of 1997

chapter 16|5 pages

Prospects and Priorities