Resilient growth in the EU acceding countries

Progress with convergence has continued, albeit at a slower pace. Growth has been maintained primarily by still strong domestic demand in the eight future EU members in Central Europe. High unemployment and widening budget deficits still pose problems.

Progress with convergence has continued, albeit at a slower pace. Growth has been maintained primarily by still strong domestic demand in the eight future EU members in Central Europe. High unemployment and widening budget deficits still pose problems.