The paper analyzes the achievements of thematic cartography and geo-information in solving the problems of natural-resources management and environmental protection in the Baikal Region. A plan of cartographic support is suggested for sustainable regional-development management on the basis of specialized information systems containing the data on natural resources and the slate of the environment. 'Hie unique nature and efficiency of such information systems are achieved hy a cartographic form of information and efficient opportunities of up-to-date information technologies. Thematic maps in these .systems arc the main means of geographical data interpretation and organization. The necessity of establishing a regional cartographic goo-information center is recognized.
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