Luxembourg 0.4 14.2 3.4 In manufacturing, the iron and steel industry are the most important sectors of economy. Due to favourable laws governing banking secrecy and taxation, Luxembourg is a major international financial centre. In 1996 it was reported to be the new world leader in per capita income. Malta 0.37 2.6 4.5 Malta's economy is largely dependent on the British military base. The domestic market is limited.
Tourism covers a quarter of the export goods.
The Netherlands is the fifth largest gas producer of the World. Exports of food and live animals cover a fifth of income. The manufacturing industry produces mainly metal , food, chemical, rubber and plastic products. The domestic market is limited, therefore it exports hydroelectricity. Norway is a leading shipping nation.