CENTRAL ASIA

KAZAKHSTAN

KATREN.The EBRD is acquiring a minority equity stake of ca. 15% in OJSC Katren (the “Company”), one of the largest distributors of pharmaceutical products in CIS. The investment will be used to  (i) finance the Company’s supply chain optimization programme in Russia (ii) strengthen the equity base by supporting balance sheet restructuring of the Company’s subsidiary in Kazakhstan. (iii) fund acquisitions in the pharmaceutical distribution sector in other CIS and CEE markets as well as in the pharmacy retail sector in Russia.

PROJECT CRICKET. Project number: 42831.The EBRD is continuing to support the safe exploration of natural resources in Kazakhstan with a planned investment into the development of the Sekisovskoye gold and silver deposit in the province (oblast) of East Kazakhstan. The Bank is considering a joint loan and equity investment of up to US$ 21 million to contribute to the expansion of the underground mine and processing operations at Sekisovskoye. As outlined in the current EBRD Strategy for Kazakhstan, the Bank supports the development of responsible mining and pursues projects that increase private sector participation and are committed to improving environmental standards and energy efficiency. The investment in Sekisovskoye which the EBRD is considering will contribute to further improvements of the application of best environmental, health and safety (EH&S) standards at the deposit.
SHARDARA HPP MODERNIZATION PROJECT.The EBRD is considering financing of Shardara HPP rehabilitation project to replace old equipment and improve efficiency of this hydropower plant. Supporting sustainable energy and redressing energy imbalances shortages through investment is one of the EBRD's priorities in Kazakhstan, as defined by its Sustainable Energy Action Plan in the country.
Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Corridor 1 (Taraz Bypass). Proyect Number.45150- 01. The project comprises reconstructing an approximate 7.7km road section and constructing an approximate 57.3 km bypass. The 65 km Taraz bypass section is integral to the transport corridor, connecting the oil-rich western part of the country to its southeast and beyond. The project will boost regional connectivity and strengthen the viability of the investment program roads
SHARDARA HPP MONDERNIZATION PROJECT. The EBRD is considering financing of Shardara HPP rehabilitation project to replace old equipment and improve efficiency of this hydropower plant. Supporting sustainable energy and redressing energy imbalances shortages through investment is one of the EBRD's priorities in Kazakhstan, as defined by its Sustainable Energy Action Plan in the country.Project number:43483

KYRGYZSTAN

Power Rehabilitation Project.The Project (i) rehabilitates hydropower plants (HPPs), and (ii) introduces a billing system to the distribution companies (Discos). The project's objective is to improve energy sector performance by ensuring stable and increased electricity generation from the HPPs and improving tariff collection.

Emergency Recovery Project: procurement plan. Document Date: 2011/12/20. Document Type: Procurement Plan.Report Number: 66241
Community-Based Early Childhood Development Project. ADB.Based on the  project framework in the  report and recommendation of the President (RRP), the  goal  of the  project was to improve  the  health, nutrition, and psychosocial development of children between birth and 8 years of age in the  country’s  12 poorest raions (districts)Reference Number: PCV: KGZ 2011-55.Project Number: 32143.Loan Number: 2007-KGZ (SF).December 2011
Avian Influenza Control and Human Pandemic Preparedness and Response Project.COMPONENT:ANIMALHEALTH.COMPONENT:APIU+MONITORING.CONSULTING SERVICES.World Bank.Document Date: 2011/11/07.Document Type: Procurement Plan.Report Number: 65876.Volume No: 1 of 1.procurement plan for 2011


TAJIKISTAN
Third Fast Track Initiative Catalytic Fund Grant Project.The objective of the Third Fast Track Initiative Catalytic Fund Grant Project for Tajikistan is to contribute to an increased access to improved learning environments and a more efficient delivery of quality education services. This restructuring paper seeks approval to: i) reallocate proceeds of the grant; ii) increase the designated account authorized allocation from USD1.0 million to USD 1.5 million; and iii) reduce the scope of work in component 3.3 by canceling one of the originally planned surveys but without changing the results framework. World Bank.Document Date: 2011/11/16.Document Type:  Project Paper.Report Number: 65869. DATA SHEET PROJECT
Community Development of Improved Acces to Quality Seed Program.World Bank. Author: Ahouissoussi,Nicolas.Document Date:  2011/12/04.Document Type:  Implementation Status and Results Report.Report Number: ISR5140

TURKMENISTAN

UZBEKISTAN
Ak Altin Agricultural Development Projec.Based on the project framework in the RRP, the project is expected to promote agricultural development on a sustainable basis. The project was designed to reverse the trend of declining crop yields in the project area in year 4 of project implementation and to sustain high crop yields anticipated in year 8 of the project. ADB.Reference Number: PCV: UZB 2011-56. Project Number: 30458.Loan Number: 1833-UZB.December 2011
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. Author:  Naqvi,Naveed Hassan.Document Date: 2011/12/05.Document Type: Implementation Status and Results Report.Report Number: ISR5217. Second Basic Education.P107845-Implementation Status Results Report:Sequence 06

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