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The work on the introduction of the elements of the SNA into the offic
ial statistical practice of the former U.S.S.R. began in 1988 when est
imates of the GDP using conversion keys were prepared. In 1991 the dec
ision was made to implement the entire SNA gradually on the basis of t
he international standards. The methodology of compilation of the main
accounts was formulated by the Statistical Committee of the C.I.S. wi
th the assistance of the OECD. It originally drew on the ESA with intr
oduction of elements of the revised SNA and adaption to specific econo
mic processes in the country. It required solution of a number of conc
eptual and statistical problems referring to the treatment, allocation
and valuation of selected activities. The estimates of the main accou
nts were made for the former U.S.S.R. by sectors and by industries for
1988-90. This project has provided the basis for further work on impl
ementation of the SNA in C.I.S. countries.