Yugoslavia: Yugoslavia: Annual Review for 1976

A file of correspondence and reports concerning the annual review of Yugoslavia for 1976. The report covers Yugoslav economic developments, noting a substantial stabilisation in the economy, which has seen a dramatic improvement in both the balance of trade and the rate of inflation; and the political situation in Yugoslavia, noting trials of individuals involved in opposition groups, the introduction of a system of social self-protection, and the activities and health of the Yugoslav leader, Josip Tito. Further information is provided on Yugoslav foreign affairs; a visit from the Soviet leader, Leonid Brezhnev; Yugoslav participation at the Berlin conference of European communist parties; and improvements in Yugoslavia's relations with Western Europe. The report also covers a downturn in Yugoslav relations with the United States and Austria; Yugoslav relations with Bulgaria and Greece; and developments in Anglo-Yugoslav relations, including official visits and improved defence sales. A calendar of notable events is also included in the review.