OECD Economic Outlook, Volume 2000 Issue 1.

Twice a year, the OECD Economic Outlook analyses the major trends that will mark the next two years. It provides in-depth coverage of the economic policy measures required to foster high and sustainable economic growth in each Member country. Recent measures and forthcoming developments in major non-OECD economies in East Asia, Central and Eastern Europe (particularly Russia), and South America are also evaluated in detail. In addition to the themes featured in every semi-annual edition, this issue also addresses these important questions: -What is the role of information and communicatio.