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According to the German Ministry for Development and Cooperation Good Governance means:
•Respect for Basic Human Rights (e.g. Freedom of Expression, Protection of Minorities)
•The Participation of the Population in the Decision Making Process (e.g. Free and Fair Elections)
•The Rule of Law (e.g. Independant Judiciary, Accountability of Government)
•A Sound Framework for a socially Responsible Market Economy (e.g. Property Rights, Fair Competition, Minimum Social Welfare)
•Development-Orientated Government Policies (e.g. Efficient Use of Resources, Control of Corruption, Moderate Military Expenditure)