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The Minister of Development, Alexandru Stoica, urges mayors to support voluntary amalgamation of localities to enhance financial strength and attract investments. During a meeting in Botoșani, he introduced the initiative "START Administrative Reform: association and voluntary amalgamation". Stoica emphasized that merging resources would enable local authorities to undertake significant projects that smaller municipalities struggle to manage alone. Key areas impacted include water supply, education, healthcare, and road infrastructure. He encouraged local leaders to consider this option for long-term development, stressing that administrative reform should yield tangible benefits for residents. Discussions also covered ongoing investment projects and challenges faced by local authorities.