A more comprehensive trade profile is available. A relatively stable outlook for 2001 depends to a large extent on the government's willingness to press ahead with charges against former ministers and other leading figures. Tension is mounting over the banning of meetings by opposition figures, although sporadic rioting has not become too severe. Economic Outlook Mixed signals from Malawi foreshadow a difficult year ahead. Difficult agricultural conditions and lower investment levels contrast with HIPC relief that should give the government room for increased spending on basic infrastructure.
Forecasts are for a slightly higher GDP growth rate.
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