There is, accordingly, a clear need to expand the social base of development. involving democratic and pluralistic reforms that will be translated into broader participation by all sectors of the population, imProved efficiency and control, and a more transparent and rational management of the res publica. On the other hand, democracy means the establishment of leqal systems that will safequard individual rights and freedoms, which will in turn instil confidence in national and foreign economic opera tors. ,JB/28 A/S-18/PV. 4 131 (Mr. Reino, Portuqal) At the same time, development policies will have to reflect market mechanisms, encourage the private sector and create a climate of confidence that will mobilize domestic savings and attract foreiqn investment. That does not mean that the State, as a guarantor of the public interest, should not continue to play an important role in the development process, al thouqh its levels of intervention may need to be reassessed. In this long-term process, particular attention should be paid to the development and upgrading of human resources throuqh education and training, the full utilization of national capacities and vital investment in the education of youth. In that context, the important role of women as a factor of development should be underlined. Equally important is the challenge of science and technoloqy, possession of which constitutes the key to long-term development. In this regard, the problem of research must necessarily rely on joint efforts at the subregional and reqional levels. As we enter a new decade, we cannot forget the question of the environment, which must be considered as a necessary component in all development policies. In the lonq run, there can be no development if it is not ecologically sustainable. However, I cannot help recalling that my country believes the consideration of 
**Analysis**
The text discusses various aspects of development, including the need for democratic reforms, the role of the state, the importance of human resources, science and technology, and the environment. It also touches on the need for sustainable development and the consideration of individual rights and freedoms.

**Category**
Economic development, Education, Science and technology