endeavouring to find constructive solution to any problems that might arise. 79. Romania was engaged in a process of political democratization based on a multi-party system and liberalization of the economy; that process had been strengthened by the results of the first free elections organized in Romania for over 50 years. 80. He thought it might be useful to recall, in the context of the deliberations of the Executive Committee's extraordinary session, that in a recent statement the Romanian Government, recognizing the fundamental right of every individual to choose the country in which he wished to live, had undertaken to take a benevolent attitude towards Romanians who, for political, economic, ethnic or other reasons, had emigrated, possibly taking another nationality; it had undertaken to propose the adoption of legislation conferring Romanian nationality on all those who were Romanian by birth and guaranteeing to all Romanian nationals residing abroad the free exercise of their civic rights on the national territory. Aware that Romanians who had left still had roots in the country, it had also indicated a wish to promote humanitarian, economic and cultural links with expatriates to enable them to remain in close contact with their town or community. 81. The statement had been preceded by important measures including the abolition of the obligation to apply for an entry visa for Romania and recognition of a nvimber of fundamental rights, including the right to move freely and to select one's residence on the national territory, the right to leave the country and to return freely and the right to a passport enjoyed by all citizens, including the members of national, ethnic or religious minorities. 82. His delegation noted with satisfaction that by and large participants at the extraordinary session of the Executive Committee had taken a strictly 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be discussing the political and social developments in Romania, specifically its process of democratization and liberalization, as well as its efforts to promote humanitarian, economic, and cultural links with expatriates. The language used is formal and diplomatic, suggesting that the text is from a official document or report. The focus on individual rights, nationality, and civic rights also suggests a strong connection to human rights and social issues.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, Education