world news - 22.04.2003

Argentina: Devaluation Boost For Exports

The devaluation of Argentinas currency has helped boost the country`s forest products exports, according to a Production Ministry announcement. The devaluation has particularly helped give sawnwood exports a boost, but has also assisted higher international sales of pulp.

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