葡萄牙虽然是欧洲共同体成员国之一,但却是第二世界中的“第三世界”。也就是说,它是西欧最穷的国家。葡萄牙最近几年的经济稳步持续发展,1989年的国民经济增长率达4.75%至5%,居欧洲共同体国家之首。人均国民生产总值达4000美元,比1986年翻了一番。当地经济界人士称,1990年是 Although Portugal is one of the member states of the European Community, it is the “third world” in the Second World. In other words, it is the poorest country in Western Europe. In recent years, Portugal has witnessed a steady and sustained economic growth. Its national economy grew by 4.75% to 5% in 1989, ranking first among European Community countries. Per capita gross national product reached 4,000 US dollars, more than doubled in 1986. According to local economic figures, 1990 is