The Yearbook is a reference paper in the system of statistical publications, which reflects the phenomena and processes which took place in social and economic life of the country in 2004, as well as comparisons with previous years. The present edition of the Yearbook is organized in 22 chapters, and includes over 500 tables comprising an increased and complex volume of information from various fields: geography and environment; population; labour force; population incomes and expenditures; prices; dwellings; education and science; health protection; population social assistance; culture and sport; tourism and leisure; justice; National Accounts; creation of market economy establishments; industry; energy and fuel resources; agriculture; fixed capital investments and construction; transport, post and telecommunications; trade and services; finance; international statistics. The main indicators are presented in territorial aspect, by forms of ownership. Every chapter contains information regarding data source, and for main indicators there are presented methodological notes.

(Moldovan, Russian and English versions), Publishing house Statistics, Chisinau, 2005, Format A4, 556 pages, Price: Book - EUR 45, CD-ROM (Format EXCEL) - EUR 20, Book + CD-ROM - EUR 60.