But to gain a better understanding of changes in lending standards, we need better official statistics. Furthermore, we cannot lose sight of the fact that our assessment of the situation may change in future.
Exports and investment are beginning to show signs of vitality in order enabling a more broad-based growth to take place. In our external relations, we can also note that the year 2004 was the year that we have regained our place and our role as member of the international community.