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București - Ilfov
Region
Regiunea Bucureşti Ilfov.svg
Country  Romania
Development Agency HQ Bucharest
Largest city Bucharest
Area
 • Total 1,811 km2 (699 sq mi)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total 2,272,163
 • Density 1,254.6/km2 (3,249.5/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+2 (EET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+3 (EEST)
NUTS code RO32
 -Nominal GDP Total(2014) EUR 40 billion
 -Nominal GDP Per capita(2014) EUR 18,000([1])
Website http://www.adrbi.ro/

The Bucharest-Ilfov development region is a special area in Romania. It helps plan and manage projects for growth. This region includes Bucharest, which is the capital city. It also includes Ilfov County, which surrounds Bucharest.

This region is not like a regular government area. It does not have its own administrative powers. Instead, it works to coordinate big projects. It also helps manage money from the European Union. This money is used for things like improving roads or schools. The region is also used for collecting statistics. This helps the European Union understand how different areas are growing.

What is a Development Region?

A development region is a way to group parts of a country. These groups help with planning and statistics. They make it easier to manage projects. They also help share money from organizations like the European Union.

Why Bucharest-Ilfov is Special

The Bucharest-Ilfov region is unique in Romania. It is the smallest development region. But it has the largest population. It is also the richest region in the country. This means it has a lot of economic activity.

Population and Area

The Bucharest-Ilfov region covers about 1,811 square kilometers. This makes it the smallest region in Romania. However, it is home to many people.

How Many People Live Here?

In 2011, over 2 million people lived in this region. Most of them live in Bucharest. The rest live in Ilfov County.

County Population in 2011
Bucharest 1,689,250
Ilfov 353,481
Total 2,042,731

Source: Official census data from 2011.

Economy and Growth

The Bucharest-Ilfov region is very important for Romania's economy. It has a high Gross Domestic Product (GDP). GDP measures the value of all goods and services produced.

Money and Jobs

In 2014, the region's total GDP was about 40 billion Euros. This shows how much money is made here. The average income per person was also high. This means many people have good jobs. The region attracts many businesses. It is a center for trade and services.

Working with the European Union

The Bucharest-Ilfov region works closely with the European Union. It helps use EU funds for local projects. These projects aim to improve life for people.

Projects and Improvements

The region uses EU money for many things. This includes building new roads. It also helps improve public transport. Funds are also used for education and healthcare. These projects help the region grow and develop.

See also

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