Identifies to what extent, and in which way external shocks and the need for a different development pattern has affected economic growth in for Eastern European countries.

Analyses unemployment growth due to economic transition. Evaluates the effectiveness of labour market policies and programmes and their impact from 1994 to 1995. Suggests alternative strategies and programmes for promoting productive employment and reducing unemployment by half by the year 2000..

Shows how performance indicators allow a standardized assessment of employment promotion measures.