Institutions

Board to discuss NT2 proposal in a few months.

Lao government stresses revenue gain from the dam, while civil society representatives raised doubts about benefits to ordinary Laotians.

Privatization plans for 250 regional water bodies are being developed.

NGOs call for release of additional documentation and a 60 day delay to ensure a fair and informed process

ADB calls Samut Prakarn project an “error”

Newly formed Complaince Review Panel to monitor implementation of recommendations

ADB Board Inspection Committee recommendation on Final Report due July 8

However, the Inspection Requestors will not be able to see the report for several weeks.

The report indicates no progress with regards to the remedial measures

This is the second time this group has requested an investigation of the Southern Transport Development Project. Their earlier request filed under the ADB’s previous Inspection Function was denied.