In 2002, the Ministry of Environmental Protection established a Public Coordination Council to foster dialogue with the public. It includes representatives from environmental NGOs, women’s and youth groups, and other organisations. This body has provided a forum for the Ministry to consult with the public regarding significant environmental decisions, and particularly those relating to the Aarhus Convention. For example, through this Council, the Ministry provided the public an opportunity to review and submit extensive comments on a draft regulation on environmental impact assessment.
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