Towards the end of 1997, a financial and currency crisis was precipitated in the Far East. But once the affected countries have coped with their current problems, a brisk upswing can be expected. A WIFO survey performed at the apex of the crisis found that 62 percent of the companies polled felt...

Towards the end of 1997, a financial and currency crisis erupted in the Far East. But once current problems have been overcome, the affected countries can be expected to enjoy a brisk upswing. A WIFO survey, made at the height of the crisis, found that 62 percent of the responding companies felt...