The Asian Economic Crisis

Witnesses testified regarding lessons learned from the Asian economic crisis and the actions of the International Monetary Fund in resolving… read more

Witnesses testified regarding lessons learned from the Asian economic crisis and the actions of the International Monetary Fund in resolving the crisis. They focused on the need for countries to have a strong economic policy, and private sector coordination. They also recommended that the IMF institute better surveillance of countries banking practices, and enforce more comprehensive bankruptcy laws. close

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  • Chuck Hagel U.S. Senator [R] Nebraska
  • Carla A. Hills Trade Representative (Former) Office of the U.S. Trade Representative
  • Robert E. Litan Director (Former) Brookings Institution->Economic Progress and Employment Center
  • Larry Summers Secretary Department of the Treasury
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The Asian Economic Crisis

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Program ID:
153395-1
Category:
Senate Committee
Format:
Senate Committee
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Nov 05, 1999 | 12:26pm EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Nov 06, 1999 | 4:11am EST | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Nov 05, 1999 | 12:26pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Nov 06, 1999 | 4:11am EST | C-SPAN 2
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