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Second Basic Education The overall objective of the program and each of the phases is to continue supporting GoU's efforts to improve effectiveness of teaching and learning through (1) targeted interventions in selected general secondary education schools and preschools in rural poor areas; (2) development of institutional capacity to assess student learning; and (3) adoption of predictable and transparent school budgets in selected oblasts.
Uzbekistan: Strengthening the Social Protection System Project The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to improve inclusion of poor and vulnerable people in the social assistance system and labor market, including those affected by the economic reforms in Uzbekistan.
Drainage, Irrigation & Wetlands Improvement Project - Phase 1 1.To  increase the productivity of irrigated agriculture, employment and incomes  in Karakalpakstan, one of the poorest regions in Central Asia.2. To improve water quality of the Amu Darya river by safe disposal of the drainage effluent, and  enhance quality of wetlands in the Amu Darya delta.3. To develop the institutions for improving water management, operation and maintenance (O&amp;M) of the irrigation and drainage systems, and for promoting sustainable irrigated agriculture through participatory irrigation management.
Modernizing Uzbekistan National Innovation System Project The PDO is to enable the development of a market-oriented National Innovation System in Uzbekistan.
Second Livestock Sector Development Project The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to support the development of a productive, market-oriented, sustainable and inclusive livestock subsector in Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan Bukhara and Samarkand Sewerage Project The proposed PDOs are to reduce wastewater pollution and improve the performance of utilities responsible for wastewatermanagementin Bukhara and Samarkand.
Emergency Medical Services Project The Project Development Objective (PDO) is to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the emergency medical services (EMS) system.
Tax Administration Reform Project in Uzbekistan The development objective is to improve the operational efficiency and effectiveness of the State Tax Committee (STC) and increase voluntary compliance.
Regional Roads Development Project The proposed Project Development Objectives (PDOs) are to reduce road user costs on the project roads and develop a sustainable investment program for regional road asset management.
Modernization and Upgrade of Transmission Substations The project development objective is to improve the technical efficiency and reliability of the power transmission networks in Uzbekistan.
Clean Energy for Buildings in Uzbekistan The development objective is to improve energy efficiency in public buildings and enhance the regulatory framework for clean energy investments in the buildings sector.
Sustaining Market Reforms in Uzbekistan Development Policy Operation Sustain Uzbekistan's economic reforms and transition to a market economy by (i) increasing the role of markets and the private sector in the economy; and (ii) enhancing social inclusion.
Promoting Early Childhood Development Project The project development objectives are to increase access to early childhood education, improve the quality of learning environments in selected public preschools, and enable a systematic measurement of education quality for informed decision-making.
Modernization of Real Property Registration and Cadastre The Project's Development Objective is to establish an efficient and accessible real property registration and cadastre system in the Republic of Uzbekistan as part of the national eGovernment structure and services. 

The project will  achieve this by: (i) improving business processes and customer orientation in the real property registry and cadastre; (ii) creating a fully digital real property registry and cadastre system (i.e. IISRPRC) accessible online to the public; (iii) improving the regulatory and operational environment of the real property registry and cadastre; (iv) facilitating spatial data access, exchange and sharing at national level; and (v) raising awareness on the importance of real property rights.
Uzbekistan Financial Sector Reform Project The project development objective is to support the authorities in restructuring and/or privatizing state-owned banks, increasing financial resilience to disasters, and expanding finance for exporting MSMEs.
Electricity Sector Transformation and Resilient Transmission The Project development objectives are to (i) strengthen the performance of the National Electricity Grid of Uzbekistan (NEGU), and(ii) improve the capacity and reliability of the power transmission system to integrate large scale renewable energy sources.
Uzbekistan Emergency COVID-19 Response Project The Project development objective is to prevent, detect, and respond to the threat posed by COVID-19 in the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Modernizing Higher Education Project The project development objectives are to strengthen the Recipient's higher education system managerial capacity, and to improve both the labor market relevance and the learning environment of selected higher education institutions.
Uzbekistan: Supporting a Transparent and Inclusive Market Transition (i) Improving the efficiency, sustainability, and transparency of resource allocation in the economy; and (ii) Enhancing economic inclusion and social resilience.
Advanced Electricity Metering Project The project development objective is to reduce commercial losses of UE's three regional power distribution companies in Tashkent City, and the Oblasts of Tashkent and Syrdarya by improving their metering and billing infrastructure, and the commercial management system.
Second Rural Enterprise Development Project The project development objective is to support the expansion of rural enterprise activity, investments, and job creation in regions supported by the project.
Horticulture Development Project The project development objective is to enhance the productivity and profitability of horticulture sector in the project area.
Accelerating Uzbekistan's Transition Development Policy Operation To support a faster and more equitable economic transition through (i) stronger market institutions and better management of state-owned enterprises; (ii) improved fiscal transparency and accountability; and (iii) increased economic and social inclusion, especially of women and persons with disabilities.
U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): NOAA International Program U.S. Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): Grant through Hen Mpoano.
PIO Grant to UNICEF for Humanitarian Coordination and Info Management and Logistics/relief commodities in Mongolia Develop institutional elements and schemes for data collection, analysis and reporting in emergency situations under the leadership of NEMA.- Undertake the Logistic Capacity Assessment
Elections and Political Processes Assist special populations which may be vulnerable or at-risk on a temporary or chronic basis whose needs are not addressed under emergency humanitarian assistance or other programs. These include groups such as the disabled; orphans, children and at-risk youth; victims of trafficking; victims of gender-based violence; refugees, returnees, ethnic minorities, internally displaced or other socially excluded groups; the elderly; and female heads of household. Depending on circumstances, services may intend to protect groups; mitigate adverse conditions they face, or to remove barriers to help integrate them into society. Components may include measures to increase the capacity of local service and advocacy NGOs and/or professional social workers; to establish public/private service delivery partnerships as well as family and community focused service models; to establish effective referral networks; to develop appropriate service protocols and methods for screening prospective recipients; or to improve public understanding and sensitivity to the needs of the vulnerable. While services provided should not exclude victims of trafficking in persons, programs designed specifically for this group fall under the Peace and Security Objective under the Transnational Crime Area and the Trafficking in Persons and Migrant Smuggling Element.
Mongolia Energy Governance (MEG) (Mongolia):  USAID's Mongolia Energy Governance activity will advance the U.S. priority to mitigate climate change and expand renewable energy use. With the energy sector at the core of Mongolia's national security and economic prosperity, USAID will foster a modern, competitive, and sustainable energy sector that is less dependent on Russia and China, to meet domestic energy needs. To facilitate a low carbon transition, USAID will: 1) improve the operational and financial performance of electric utilities; 2) accelerate policy and regulatory market reforms, expand public engagement, and employ best-value procurement methods; and, 3) encourage the adoption of modern technologies by boosting private sector investments on renewable and cleaner fuels, smart grids, and energy-efficient systems.  USAID will advance the green energy revolution by engaging with the government, research institutions, private businesses, and the technology sector to encourage the adoption of renewable and low carbon energy sources, and maximize the utilization of Mongolia's vast wind and solar energy base. To improve operations of electric utilities, USAID will enhance network upgrade and generation capability and the capacity to integrate new energy resources. USAID will assess cybersecurity vulnerabilities of electric utilities and develop a responsive investment strategy to reduce risks to the electricity grid and regional networks. To promote power market competitiveness, USAID will carry out public information and awareness campaigns, and facilitate market-based retail electricity pricing. To ensure a gender-responsive transition to low carbon development, USAID will develop a strategic gender action plan, promote equal participation of women and men in utility operations, and support local pollution reduction policies.. .
Program Design and Learning Develop and conduct needs assessments, baseline studies, targeted evaluations, special studies or other information-gathering efforts specifically for the design, monitoring and evaluation of USG-funded operating unit wide programs, not for a specific functional objective. This sub-element may also include developing and disseminating best practices and lessons learned, testing demonstration and/or pilot models, public outreach, or the preparation of strategic plans and other short-term programming tasks. Funding for similar activities that are directed to specific functional objectives should be entered in the PD&L sub-element of the appropriate program area(s) within that objective.
Media and Civil Society Strengthening (MACSS) (Mongolia):  .USAID's MACSS activity will bolster meaningful citizen participation in Mongolia's democracy by: 1) strengthening social accountability mechanisms (mechanisms that citizens can exercise to hold the state accountable); and 2) improving public access to information vital to democratic political participation. Four pathways will help achieve these twin intermediate results: improving the capacity of civil society organizations; expanding civic space; investing in the investigative journalism capacity of media organizations; and, improving effectiveness in countering political disinformation. Interventions will advance transparency and accountability, civic engagement, and ultimately citizen demand for better democratic governance by empowering the civil society that is supported by a professional, unbiased media. ..USAID will strengthen the effectiveness of local civil society organizations (CSOs) through greater participation of marginalized groups, including female empowerment and the inclusion of LGBTQI+, ethnic minorities, and other underrepresented groups. Interventions will also open opportunities to ensure diversity in CSO leadership and representation. .USAID will also support activities that improve the capacity of the Mongolian Parliament to exercise the full range of its oversight role and powers, particularly in the face of pressing corruption challenges. The long-term goal of this effort is to strengthen transparency and accountability and to increase Mongolians' trust in the country's democratic institutions. . ..
Business Plus Initiative (Mongolia):  FY~2014 funds will support USAID's Legacy Program for Mongolia, the Government and Business Partnership for Growth, which has three components:1) Private Sector Business Enabling Environment Reform;2) Local Firm Competitiveness Strengthening via a USAID-created non-governmental organization; and3) Enhanced Government of Mongolia Capacity to engage in Public Private Partnerships.The Program builds on our past efforts, will help Mongolia stay on the market economy path, and is perfectly in line with the transition in the relationship between the United States and Mongolia from that of a donor-recipient to one based on commercial and economic partnerships.  It will build upon USAID's past efforts to promote economic reform and private sector-led growth.  It will provide technical assistance, grants, and training and promote coordinated efforts by the Mongolian Government and private sector to: - Improve the business enabling environment in reform areas, such as tax administration, trading across borders, arbitration and public private dialogue; - Increase competitiveness of Mongolian firms by supporting the long-term sustainability of a local, USAID-created organization, the Quality Supplier Development Center, that is building the capacity of local suppliers to provide products and services that meet market requirements, improve the efficiency of productive and commercial processes and link local suppliers to new markets; and - Build the capacity of the Government of Mongolia to effectively engage in and adopt international best practices in the development of public private partnerships.
Local Government and Decentralization Promote governance institutions, processes, and policies that are transparent and accountable across all development sectors. Support non-governmental as well as governmental institutions (including enforcement and investigation entities, independent audit agencies, anti-corruption commissions, procurement agencies, legislatures, line ministries, independent agencies, political parties, judicial actors, as well as civil society organizations, academia, press and the private sector). Support civic education and advocacy for reform of laws and practices or directly improving accountability and transparency of governance processes covering various development sectors.
Strengthening Women and Youth Engagement in the Electoral and Political Processes in Mongolia (SWYEEPPM) (Mongolia):  .The SWYEEPM activity aims to promote effective, and inclusive citizen participation by youth and women into political and electoral processes. Interventions will foster citizen engagement, constituent-responsive governance, and political accountability through a series of interactive activities, including: (1) workshops on civic engagement (focusing on non-partisan deliberation on political priorities and barriers to inclusivity and accountability); (2) conferences to engage citizens and raise awareness of key policy issues affecting youth and women; (3) comprehensive voter education campaigns, and (4) training workshops for journalists and civil society activists. ..By enabling youth and women to become more informed and active in Mongolia's democracy, USAID's SWYEEPPM activity is helping to build a more effective, responsive government, as well as one that will continue to support U.S. aims of promoting democracy, good governance, rule of law, free trade and human rights in the Indo-Pacific and around the world... .
Climate Resilient Communities This 3-year award supports disaster risk mitigation and agricultural livelihoods in Mongolia. This project works to improve disaster risk reduction (DRR) and strategic planning at the institutional level by implementing International and Mongolian DRR standards and policies, including Community Participatory Disaster Risk Management and Participatory Disease Surveillance trainings, developing Livestock Emergency Guidelines and Standards, supporting private veterinary clinics at the local level, and providing training for herders for effective fodder plantation and management. DRR activities include updating disaster preparedness plans at institutional levels, conducting capacity building training and simulations, and reducing the vulnerability of herder households in Mongolia through disaster preparedness.
Economic Policy Reform and. Competitiveness (EPRC) project The Economic Policy Reform and Competitiveness (EPRC) Project that was launched in 2003 and works with both government and the private sector to promote economic policy reform, energy sector restructuring, and improved competitiveness in such key sectors as tourism, cashmere, and financial services.
Business Excellence for Sustainability and Transparency (BEST) (Mongolia):  .In support of the Indo-Pacific Strategy under trade and competitiveness, USAID's BEST program expands and diversifies Mongolia's economy by increasing access to financing for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and improving economic governance and accountability. USAID will work with government and private sector partners to foster an environment conducive to SME growth, including easier access to loans, improved corporate governance, training on transparency and accountability, and the provision of small grants to disadvantaged enterprises..To improve corporate governance, USAID will provide SME with tailored training on good corporate governance, including in strengthening internal controls, minimizing the probability of fraud losses, improving the levels of transparency and disclosure, and facilitating forums on SME good corporate governance practices. To improve local governance, USAID will conduct training courses and workshops on transparency and anti-corruption, accountability, and informed policy decisions for aimag-level (province-level) and soum-level (district level) government officials. USAID, through BEST, also will mentor and train local NGOs on advocacy and capacity-building on how to provide local oversight and monitoring of the government's SME lending mechanism.  .... .
Vegetable Market Access Enhancing production and market access of vegetables to support economic diversification in Mongolia
OFDA-2014-Mongolia-Grant-World Vision USA To reduce the impact of natural disasters on people in Western Mongolia
USAID/OFDA Grant for Mongolia Strengthening the capacity of emergency management staff and communities to prepare for and respond to disasters
Leaders Advancing Democracy (LEAD)-Mongolia Leaders Advancing Democracy (LEAD)-Mongolia Objectives for Mongolia: GOAL:  To increase citizen engagement in the democratic process, influence public servants to enhance good governance, and promote decision-making that responds to national and local needs. OBJECTIVES: Strengthen the next generation of Mongolian leaders with the democratic know-how to engage constructively with and within their government; Spread knowledge on good governance to young leaders of emerging Asian democracies; Promote civic education among Mongolia’s youth to build the foundation for a sustained democracy.
Poslovni Sistem Mercator Poslovni sistem Mercator, d.d. (Mercator or the company), which is based in Slovenia, is one of the leading retail companies in South-Eastern Europe.  The company sells a wide range of consumer products including fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), clothing, furniture and household appliances.  Mercator operates approximately 1,200 retail units (including franchise stores) in different formats of stores (hypermarkets, supermarkets, convenience stores, specialized stores, etc.).  Mercators investment program, outside of Slovenia, involves the establishment of new hypermarket stores, supermarkets and other formats (depending on the market potential) in Serbia and Montenegro, Croatia and Bosnia-Herzegovina. The development impact of Mercators expansion program includes:  - stimulating competition in the retail sector in South-Eastern Europe; - developing linkages with local suppliers thus contributing to the increased development and efficiency of the retail supply chain; and - expanding and strengthening the retail infrastructure in the region.
Titan Danube Titan Cement Company S.A. (Titan Group, the Group or the Sponsor), an existing IFC client and Greeces leading private cement company, is seeking to expand its cooperation with IFC by inviting IFC to invest in its Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Kosovo, and Serbia operations.  These operations mainly consist of three entities: Cementara Kosjeric (TCK),  Cementarnica Usje (TCU), and SharrCem (TSC) (together, the Companies) that have a combined production capacity of about 3.5 million tons per annum (mtpa) and are engaged in an investment program which also  includes environmental improvements and various debottlenecking investments in all plants (the Project). (i)	Contributing to further improving infrastructure development and strengthening the capacity of the construction sector and related activities, a key growth and local sustainability area for the Balkans in the long-term (ii)	Supporting employment and enabling entrepreneurial opportunities through increased operational efficiencies at energy consumption, resource utilization, etc. (iii)	Contributing and safeguarding income to the Governments through taxes as a result of the plants'' operations and continuous performance improvement (iv)	Supporting and strengthening local SMEs by promoting  sub-contracting at local level and investing in their continuous performance improvement
SocGen CEE IFI In the context of the Joint IFI Action Plan for Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), Societe Generale (SocGen), which is the French bank with the largest exposure in the CEE region, has approached IFC to provide an investment package to eight subsidiaries (including two in IDA countries, and three existing IFC clients) for an aggregate investment amount of up to 270 million (US$365 million).  The proposed investment package for SocGen subsidiaries will cover the following countries in CEE including Serbia, Georgia, Albania, Belarus, Moldova, Macedonia, and Bulgaria.  The proposed investments will be in the form of equity, quasi-equity and senior debt.  The funding needs for the subsidiaries are mostly a factor of (i) projected business growth, (ii) capital requirements from both a regulatory and business growth perspective, and (iii) ability for SocGen to increase its exposure in the CEE region. The Development Impact is expected to be strong in terms of (i) strengthening and, in certain cases, recapitalizing financial institutions in Cental and Eastern Europe and (ii) supporting agribusiness, climate-related projects and SMEs, sectors in which SocGen subisidiaries have a good presence in the targeted markets.