Their Government has demonstrated its commitment by passing legislation to improve the conditions for institutionalized and abandoned children. President Iliescu signed into law an important new abandonment policy. In addition. the Romanians have pledged to continue to improve conditions in orphanages and institutions for children with special needs. Other important developments have occurred. Just last week. Romania was admitted as a member of the Council of Europe. Importantly. Romania complies with the freedom of emigration requirements under the JacksonVanik amendment to the Trade Act of 1974. While much has improved. we all recognize there is more to be done. Human rights violations. treatment of ethnic minorities and efforts toward a freer media must be continually addressed.
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