Candidate countries economic growth above EU in 2000

The average GDP in candidate countries grew by 5 percent in 2000, above the EU figure of 3,3%. The average growth masks great differences between the candidate countries. Relative GDP position has its influence on the EU membership negotiation process.

The average GDP in candidate countries grew by 5 percent in 2000, above the EU figure of 3,3%. The average growth masks great differences between the candidate countries. Relative GDP position has its influence on the EU membership negotiation process.