Reaching out, if he can

Article Abstract:

Iranian President Muhammad Khatami has called for wide-reaching economic reforms. This stance has attracted support from his political opponents. However, it will inevitably prove very difficult to implement a radical reform programme. The main problem will be overcoming the rapid rise in unemployment among young people. Khatami's ability to implement economic reform may be determined by his ability to carry out political reform.

Khatami, Mohammad

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Hard times

Article Abstract:

Despite its liberalization policies, Iran's economy is not expected to significantly expand any time soon. Impediments to economic growth include a an artificially high exchange rate, import restrictions and proliferation of government restrictions on business and industry.

Economic development

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Why Iranians are so tired

Article Abstract:

Most Iranian men engage in legal, semi-legal, or illegal activities to supplement their meager wages. Without this underground economy, most Iranian households would be unable to pay their rent.

Employment, Underground economy

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