ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

The analytical work in economics falls into two broad categories. The first consists of the analysis of short-term economic developments and prospects in the region overall, its sub-regions and in individual countries. Development in the following fields are covered: macroeconomic policies, demand and output, inflation, labour markets, foreign trade, balance of payments. The second category of the research undertaken by EAD consists of the in-depth analysis of specific topics, such as East-West European economic integration, the transition process, structural change, convergence, social issues, sustainable development, gender aspects of economic processes, etc.

The results of EAD’s work are available to the general public through a range of publications on economics and population issues.

The Economic Analysis Division endeavours to serve the ECE region to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) by integrating the three dimensions of sustainable development. To attain this objective, the Division examines not only macroeconomic and sectoral developments, but also issues such as financing for development, institutions and development, population issues and ageing, ICT initiatives and gender dimension. It seeks to play a leading role in raising awareness and guiding the economic decision-making process.

In order to stimulate policy debate and achieve a better understanding of present relevant economic and social issues, throughout the year EAD organizes a series of seminars, lectures and workshops.

For its work, EAD relies on the ECE Common Database managed by the Statistics Division of UNECE and also works closely with other Divisions and programmes of UNECE (e.g. Industrial Restructuring, Energy and Enterprise Development, Environment, Transport).