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StatusThe economy of the country is in a comprehensive process of restructuring which has had as a consequence an increase in the rate of unemployment. The complex process of reconstruction has to take into consideration the social protection of those people especially affected. This can be done by giving compensation only to those with low incomes. In addition, tax benefits will be given to those joint ventures which hire the unemployed.
Social protection of low income persons is a priority of the Romanian Government. Low income people and those from isolated areas are supported by being given access to certain strictly necessary natural resources.
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StatusThis is a very high national priority for Romania. The Government's view is that the fertility levels and population growth are too low; the demographic issue constitutes a warning for Romanian society. The natural birth rate of the population has recently had negative values. The Government aims at supporting young families, and youth in general, by offering financial facilities for the construction of housing.
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Another important and interdisciplinary aspect is health in the work place. Improvement of the environmental quality and reduction of pollution in "hot spots" included in the Environment Strategy also contributes to the improvement of health in the working place. The strategy for this area calls for close cooperation between the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Water, Forests and Environmental Protection.
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At present, the Romanian economy is going through a process of transformation, which includes a considerable amount of privatization. The health and sanitary system in Romania is being restructured as the private sector develops capacity in this area. For example, in 1994, 23 out of a total of 547 clinics were private. The Government expects that the strengthening of private property will promote sustainable development.
Romania participates in the Environment/Health Process in Europe. It is also elaborating a National Action Program in the field of health which is part of the National Action Program in the field of the environment. The Environmental Protection Law states health prerogatives and has specific provisions which are under the competence of the Health Ministry concerning collaboration with the Central Environmental Authority to improve the quality of life.
In the Zlatna area, some programmes concerning environment and health have been promoted as case studies. These have included concrete measures like the modernization of certain laboratories of health institutes. At the same time measures have been taken to control pollution at Baia-Mare, Zlatna, Copsa mica, Slatina and other areas. For example: Pollution abatement by 35-40% at S.C.Phoenix Baia-Mare and SC Romplumb S.A. was a determining factor in reducing the cases of illnesses related to lead intoxication. Programs for the development of family tourism are being carried out in certain areas of the country.
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Increasing the quality of medical assistance is a priority for the Romanian Government. Efforts have been made in the last few years to increase the material base and to improve the medical infrastructure. There are, however, great difficulties due to limited financial resources.
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This information is based on Romania's submission to the 5th
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1997. Last update: April 1997
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There is an important number of NGOs in the environmental protection field. Some of them focus on sustainable development. These NGOs contribute to the promotion of educational and training activities. UNDP and the National Council for Sustainable Development (NCSD) work with the NGOs in awareness raising programmes, which include sustainable consumption and production patterns.
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At the national level, there is an ongoing training programme which deals with the problems of environmental protection. The new environmental law stipulates that environmental protection should be stimulated at all levels of the educational system. Romania has received international assistance from PHARE-UK for this endeavor. To date however only general environmental protection issues are represented in curricula.
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This information is based on Romania's submission to the 5th and 6th Sessions of the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development, April 1997 and 1998. Last update: February 1998.
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In accordance with the Environmental Law, an environmental impact assessment is required for every such plan. Environmental agreements are also necessary for activities and arrangements in each locality. Certain issues specified by the law require environmental impact assessment studies and/or environmental audits
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According to existing legislation, the development of human settlements is based on zones and is detailed in the General Urbanism Plans which must exist at the level of every county. At the national level, a National Plan includes different aspects:
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Status
Programs for the development of eco tourism are being carried out at present in certain areas of Romania.
The Romanian economy is presently in a process of transformation towards privatization, and this occupies the attention of the Government. The Government expects that by strengthening private property, it will support the promotion of sustainable development.
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This information is based on Romania's submission to the 5th Session of the United Nations Commission on Sustainable Development, April 1997. Last update: 1 April 1997
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