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  "title": "Australia: Staff Report for the 2003 Article IV Consultation",
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  "summary": "Australia's economy has continued to perform remarkably well, despite encountering major adverse shocks. Fiscal policy, with an objective of maintaining a balanced budget, will help support the economy. Maintaining a sound and stable macroeconomic environment is essential.",
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    "Series: IMF Staff Country Reports",
    "DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9781451802054.002",
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