This dynamic growth has boosted real incomes, broadened and deepened the technological capabilities of the industrial sector, and contained inflationary pressures. Growth continued strong in 1995, but tailed off in 1996-97.
Inflation remains among the lowest in the industrial world.
Per capita GDP has been moving up to the levels of the big West European economies. However, the Asian economic crisis may slow GDP growth in 1998. To visit our sponsors, click the sponsor's icon of your choice.