Italy completely encircles San Marino, a landlocked country with an absolute limit of 39 kilometers. The primary concern with regard to climate change is urbanization, yet the country has shown remarkable attention to natural security and preservation, both domestically and internationally. The Ministry of State for Territory, Environment, and Agriculture imposes restrictions on natural insurance. There are no endangered species in San Marino; nevertheless, two species are listed as being in danger of becoming endangered: the normal otter and the lesser horseshoe bat. Light assembly has become the primary occupation, replacing cultivation, which was originally the primary occupation.
Nevertheless, the travel sector, which accounted for more than half of revenue in 2001, and settlements by San Mariners residing elsewhere are the main sources of income. A portion of San Marino’s administrative income comes from Italy’s endowment, which exempts the island nation from paying customs duties as well as from the offer of coins and postage stamps. The GDP increased by an impressive and steady 7.68% on average between 1997 and 2001. From 2% in 1997 to 3.3% in 2001, swelling increased by an average of 2.8% over the course of the five-year period. There was a steady decline in unemployment, from 4.9% in 1997 to 2.6% in 2001. Per capita income in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP) was $34,600 in 2001.
The Republic of San Marino is a good partner for the use of new commercial activities because of its advantageous topographical position, first-rate services and products, outstanding potential for the financial and mechanical turn of events, and a rigorous expenditure system. San Marino boasts a well-organized diplomatic and consular apparatus, as well as a number of bilateral and multilateral agreements. These elements, along with governmental influence and a small geographic area, promote communication between organizations and the outside world.
