Introduction of the SNA into the Official Statistics of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

The work on the introduction of the elements of the SNA into the official statistical practice of the former U.S.S.R. began in 1988 when estimates of the GDP using conversion keys were prepared. In 1991 the decision was made to implement the entire SNA gradually on the basis of the international standards. The methodology of compilation of the main accounts was formulated by the Statistical Committee of the C.I.S. with the assistance of the OECD. It originally drew on the ESA with introduction of elements revised SNA and adaption to specific economic processes in the country. It required solution of a number of conceptual and statistical problems referring to the treatment, allocation, and valuation of selected activities. The estimates of the main accounts were made for the former U.S.S.R. by sectors and by industries for 1988-90. This project has provided the basis for further work on implementation of the SNA in C.I.S. countries. Copyright 1993 by The International Association for Research in Income and Wealth.