Regional developments and outlook

The limited economic recovery in 2002 was almost universal, and a corresponding similarity in the pattern of growth among countries is expected in 2003. A continuation of the slow recovery is foreseen, with the world economy remaining heavily dependent on the lead role of the United States of America. While there will be some distinctive regional and national features, in most cases these will be less significant than the overriding effects of the behaviour of the global economy at large.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth