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Regional Study on Forest Policy and Institutional Reforms

Recognizing the developmental importance of the forest sector, ADB has provided significant support to the sector over the years.

ADB's 1995 Forestry Policy recognized the link between forestry, environmental conservation and poverty reduction. However, the sector's potential role for improved and enhanced livelihood opportunities; and poverty reduction has not been sufficiently harnessed.

ADB is undertaking a Regional Study on Forest Policy and Institutional Reforms (RETA 5900) to review and assess the 1995 ADB Forestry Policy. RETA 5900 aims to determine its continued relevance, and identify ADB's policy and investment priorities in the coming decade.

Following internal and external consultations, a draft working paper (W-paper) was prepared and discussed during the second half of 2003. A revised draft of the paper was expected to be posted here for public comment. However, recent (August 2004) internal discussions have raised fundamental issues related to ADB's support to the forest sector. Further progress on the draft policy will depend on the results of these discussions, which are ongoing.

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