13. Despite alt the constraints imposed by the current socio-econonic environment,the iapact of the Vienna International plan of Action on Aqinq still remainssignificant. Clear grounds for this positive outlook are given by the number ofrequests for technical co-operalion made by Governments of developing countries tothe United Nations Trust Fund for Aging. In addition, responses to thequestionnaire on the First Review and Appraisal of the rmprementaton of the pran ofAction focused strongly on the need foreseen for technical and financial assistanceover the next few years. Identification of that need shotrs their commitment tostrenqthening their expertise and resources in the aging fieLd, as a first steptowards the inplementation of concrete pollcies and programftes in support of thegoals of Che plan of Action. 14. This is crucial given that successful implementation of the plan of Actlon depends largely on action undertaken by covernments. Over j2 countries, bothdeveloped and developing, have indicated that their national committees continue tofunction as national mechanisms to faciLieate the planning, implementation analco-ordination of activities recommended in the plan of Acti.on. ActivitiesAl40/7L4 English Page 5 undertaken by national conmittees or their counterparts in diverse settings include convening of national conferences, improving the quality of delivery systems for their elderly, and strengthening and developing their income securitv systems. B. International and regional co-operation 15. The Plan of Action' as well as the General Assembly stressed the need for the exchange of information and experience at the international and regional levels. specifically, the General Assembly, in its resolution 39/25 of 23 November 1984, requested the secreta ry-Genera I to continue to promote the exchange of information and experience in order to stimulate progress in the field of aglng, to encourage the adoptlon of measures to respond to the economic and social implications of aging and to meet the needs of older persons. 16. Since the 1982 world Assembly on Aging, the United Nations Centre for Social Development and Humanitarian Affairs of the Department of International Economic and Social Affairs has continued Co serve as Cbe focal point within the United
**Analysis**
The text primarily discusses the impact of the Vienna International Plan of Action on Aging, highlighting the significant requests for technical cooperation from developing countries and the need for technical and financial assistance to implement concrete policies and programs. The text also emphasizes the importance of national and international cooperation, including the exchange of information and experience at the international and regional levels.

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Health, International trade