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39321-013: Shaanxi Qinling Biodiversity Conservation and Demonstration Project
Project Data Sheet (PDS): Overview
Description
The Qinling Mountains are an internationally important biodiversity hot spot and represent about 70% of the PRC's biodiversity, including an estimated 300 giant pandas. The Qinling Mountains are central to soil and water management of the Yangtze and Yellow rivers. The Project will improve biodiversity conservation and management by restoring forest habitat, improving endangered species management and providing sustainable livelihoods for the population of the project area, and demonstrating the... Read More
| Country |
China, People's Republic of |
|---|---|
| Project Number | 39321-013 |
| Project Type or Modality of Assistance |
Loan Grant |
| Financing | Public sector (Sovereign) |
| Status | Approved |
| Approval Numbers |
Loan No. 2572 Grant No. 0169 |
| Approval Date | 22 Oct 2009 |
| ADB Financing ($ thousand) | 40,000 |
| Geographical Location | Qinling Mountains are located 40 km south of Xian |
| Sector / Subsector Classification |
Agriculture and natural resources / Forestry |
| Thematic Classification | Economic growth Environmental sustainability |
| Safeguard Categories |
Environment: B Resettlement: A Indigenous People: C |
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Responsible ADB Officer
Zhiming Niu
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Responsible ADB Department
East Asia Department
Responsible ADB Divisions
Agriculture, Environment and Natural Resources Div, EARD
Executing Agencies
Shaanxi Provincial Government
Mr. Wang Shuancang
PDS Creation Date
10 May 2006
Last PDS Update
15 May 2013