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China and the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) cooperation
A working paper providing an overview and analysis of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) in the context of China-ASEAN cooperation and connectivity. The author argues that sub-r...
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Mekong EIA briefing: Environmental impact assessment comparative analysis in Lower Mekong countries
This report provides a comparative analysis of EIA laws, policies, regulations, and guidelines in the Lower Mekong countries (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam). The...
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ADB interim country partnership strategy - Myanmar 2012–2014
In response to the ongoing major reforms by the Government of Myanmar toward a democratic system and market-based economy, in 2012 ADB adopted a phased approach to reengagement ...
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Catalyzing subnational development in Myanmar, balancing local preferences with national and sector policy
This paper aims to extract lessons from development partners’ engagement in Myanmar to offer suggestions for improved subnational governance and balanced regional development. T...
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Connecting South Asia to Southeast Asia: cross-border infrastructure investments
Explores strengthening connectivity between South Asia and Southeast Asia by identifying the missing links in transport networks. In particular the role of cross-border transpor...
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Overview on transport infrastructure sectors in the Kingdom of Cambodia (third edition)
This third edition of the "Overview on transport infrastructure sectors" provides an update of the rapid infrastructure development taking place in Cambodia. The first and...
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The research on the cross-border transportation infrastructure: Phase 2
In 2005 and 2006, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) researched the global progress of regionalization and the impacts of cross-border transport. The present study...
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The business case for social and environmental safeguards in infrastructure lending
A presentation outlining the business case for social and environmental safeguards in infrastructure lending. The benefits and costs of safeguards and the scale of...
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Greater Mekong Subregion: regional investment framework implementation plan (2014-2018)
The Greater Mekong Subregion Regional Investment Framework Implementation Plan (RIF-IP), 2014-2018 identifies a robust pipeline of 92 high priority projects from among the more...
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Central Mekong Delta Region connectivity project: Rapid climate change threat and vulnerability assessment
A report about the Central Mekong Delta Region Connectivity Project, which aims to enhance connectivity across provinces of southern Viet Nam and Ho Chi Minh City. The project...
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Infrastructure for a seamless Asia
This book addresses major challenges in developing regional infrastructure (both hard and soft) in Asia, specifically exploring the costs and benefits, financing requirements,...
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Connecting Greater Mekong Subregion railways: A strategic framework
This strategic framework develops a practical approach to railway integration in the Greater Mekong Subregion, provides GMS countries with an initial framework for achieving...
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Laos: Greater Mekong subregion tourism infrastructure for inclusive growth project
Outcomes of the Greater Mekong subregion tourism Infrastructure for Inclusive growth Project that aimed to increase tourism benefits for women and men especially...