GMS Development Matrix
The Strategic Framework for the Greater Mekong subregion (GMS) adopted by the 10th GMS Ministerial Conference in November 2001 envisions a well-integrated and prosperous Mekong subregion – free of poverty and committed to protecting the environment so vital to the subregion’s future wellbeing. The GMS Program focuses on five strategic development thrusts to achieve these goals:
- Strengthen infrastructure linkages through a multisectoral approach,
- Facilitate cross-border trade and investment,
- Enhance private sector participation in development and improve its competitiveness,
- Develop human resources and skill competencies, and
- Protect the environment and promote sustainable use of the subregion’s shared natural resources.
"Flagship" programs in 11 key areas will be implemented in pursuit of these strategic thrusts. They include:
- North-South Economic Corridor
- East-West Economic Corridor
- Southern Economic Corridor
- Telecommunications Backbone and Information and Communications Technology
- Regional Power Interconnection and Trading Arrangements
- Facilitating Cross-Border Trade and Investment
- Enhancing Private Sector Participation and Competitiveness
- Developing Human Resources and Skills Competencies
- Strategic Environmental Framework
- Flood Control and Water Resource Management
- GMS Tourism Development
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