Author : International Monetary Fund
Release : 2007-03-01
Genre : Business & Economics
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 410/5 ( reviews)
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Book Synopsis Islamic Republic of Iran by : International Monetary Fund
Download or read book Islamic Republic of Iran written by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2007-03-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Iran has received much attention from a geopolitical and regional standpoint, but its economic challenges have not attracted a similar degree of interest. With a population of 69 million, considerable hydrocarbon resources, a dynamic and entrepreneurial middle class, and a relatively well-educated labor force, Iran's economic potential is considerable. This volume takes stock of critical developments in the Iranian economy in recent years. The study reviews the key issues and policy responses, highlights the nature of the challenges ahead, and draws implications for the next phase of reforms. The authors conclude that major challenges remain, although significant advances have been made in recent years in opening up the economy to international trade and foreign direct investment, encouraging the private sector, removing exchange restrictions, reforming the tax system, and enhancing macroeconomic management.