Only the repressive Ceausescu regime has reaped the economic benefits that accompany MFN status. since the state controls the economy. Under the provisions of the Trade Act of 1974. MFN status for a Communist country is closely linked to that nations emigration policies. Romanias policies in years past have been costly and obstructionist. Even now. family reunification remains difficult. Demotion or firing. expulsion from universities. eviction from apartments. denial of ration cards. and loss of citizenship are all common government responses to those who seek to emigrate. Other human rights violations are rampant. even though Romania is a signatory of the Helsinki human rights accords. Those who practice their religious beliefs are continually harassed. churches are demolished for minute building code infractions. and several clergymen have died during or shortly after interrogation.
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