Gov't Reviews Macro-Fiscal Scenario and 2004 and 2005 Budgets

Ljubljana, 21 July - At its extraordinary session on Monday, the government discussed the macro-fiscal framework for the 2004-2007 period as a basis for the drafting of the budget memorandum, and the proposed budget amendments for 2004 and the proposed 2005 budget. The economic growth forecast for 2004 stands at 3.9 percent, while that for 2005 at four percent, said Finance Ministry's State Secretary Helena Kamnar after the session.