Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia & Herzegovina faced a struggle to overcome war damage following the war in the Balkans from 1992-1995, and also to make the transition from a planned to a market economy.
Economic Weaknesses
war damage of $20-$40 billion. Lowest foreign investment in entire region. Corruption. High unemployment. Inefficient agricultural sector & high unemployment.
| Population | 3,885,310 |
| Capital city | Sarajevo |
| Currency | Marka |
| World GNP Ranking | 104 |
| Unemployment | 45.5% |
| Inflation | 2.5% |
Source: Central Intelligence Agency; The World Factbook, March 2009