Madagascar: Recent Economic Developments

Publication Date:

August 30, 2000

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

This paper analyzes the recent economic developments in Madagascar under the new Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility Arrangement. It highlights the production, income, and overall fiscal developments; discusses various measures to simplify the tax system, improve tax and customs administration; and tighten the expenditure management of the country. The paper provides a detailed study of the monetary developments, structure of the financial sector, balance of payments, external debt, and structural reforms of the country.

Series:

Country Report No. 2000/092

Subject:

English

Publication Date:

August 30, 2000

ISBN/ISSN:

9781451825244/1934-7685

Stock No:

1MDGEA0012000

Pages:

82

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