text SantiagoCL ECLAC 1998 monographic xi, 292 p. Summarizes the strengths, weakness and challenges presented by the new fiscal covenant. Analyses the fiscal and quasi-fiscal aspects of public action. Reviews progress and changes in the areas of public-sector revenue, expenditure, deficit and debt. Considers what has been achieved and what remains to be done in key areas of public management with major fiscal implications. Bibliography: p. 277-292 3/7/00 M2LMGR 11.01.02 U58