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The project Electric Power Project is now in the pipeline.

2013-05-07T04:00:00.000Z

The project Electric Power Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project MM-Reengagement and Reform Support Program has changed to Closed

2013-02-17T05:00:00.000Z

The project MM-Reengagement and Reform Support Program has changed to Closed. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The development objectives of the Reengagement and Reform Support Credit Program for Myanmar are (i) to support Myanmar's critical reforms for strengthening macroeconomic stability, improving public financial management, and improving the investment climate, which will in turn help grow the economy, create jobs, and reduce poverty; and (ii) to facilitate the clearance of Myanmar's arrears to International Development Association (IDA), which is required in order to restore normal relations between Myanmar and the World Bank. This program document states a Reengagement and Reform Support Credit (RRSC) to the Republic of the Union of Myanmar for SDR287.75 (US$440 million equivalent). It will be a standalone development policy operation (DPO) program aimed at supporting the full normalization of relations between Myanmar and the World Bank as well as the Government's efforts to undertake critical institutional and policy reforms in the implementation of its medium-term development strategy. In terms of IDA resources, Myanmar is eligible for exceptional support as a reengaging country. Since Myanmar is projected to be at a low risk of debt distress after arrears clearance, IDA resources will be provided on credit terms, per the stipulations of the credit allocation system agreed with IDA donors for the IDA 16 period (FY12-FY14). Going forward, the Government realizes that a key challenge will be to ensure that these reforms translate into improved living standards for the majority of the population, and that gains registered are sustained. The program document is divided into six sections, including this introduction. Second section discusses the country context which gives an overview of Myanmar focusing on the political and economic context, recent economic developments, macroeconomic outlook, and debt sustainability. Third section presents the Myanmar Government's development program; fourth section discusses how the Bank is supporting the government's program, while section fifth describes the DPO. Sixth section outlines implementation issues, including risks and mitigating measures.

The project MM-Reengagement and Reform Support Program has changed to Active

2013-01-23T05:00:00.000Z

The project MM-Reengagement and Reform Support Program has changed to Active. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project MM-Reengagement and Reform Support Program is now in the pipeline.

2012-11-15T05:00:00.000Z

The project MM-Reengagement and Reform Support Program is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project Myanmar National Community Driven Development Project has changed to Active

2012-11-09T05:00:00.000Z

The project Myanmar National Community Driven Development Project has changed to Active. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The development objective if the National Community Driven Development Project for Myanmar is to enable poor rural communities to benefit from improved access to and use of basic infrastructure and services through a people-centered approach and to enhance the government's capacity to respond promptly and effectively to an eligible crisis or emergency. This project paper seeks the approval of the Executive Directors to provide a pre arrears clearance grant in the amount of SDR52.6 million (US$80 million equivalent) to the project. Myanmar is one of the poorest countries in the East Asia and Pacific Region, with an estimated gross domestic product per capita of between US$500-800. While reliable poverty data are scarce in Myanmar, all indicators point to poverty being concentrated in rural areas: two rounds of household surveys (in 2005 and 2009) supported by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) highlight significant differences in poverty across geographical areas, with rural poverty considerably higher than urban poverty. Available figures also suggest that social indicators are poor; with for example 32 percent of children under five suffering from malnutrition, the highest rate in the region. Agriculture is the mainstay of the national economy, generating 43 percent of gross domestic product, 54 percent of employment and providing livelihoods to more that 70 percent of the population. However, the sector is characterized by a number of constraints, including limited irrigation; little value added agro processing capacity, poor policy settings, and widespread indebtedness in rural communities. Fundamental to the triple transition is a 'paradigm shift' to a 'people-centered approach,' as articulated by President Thein Sein. This encompasses greater attention to the delivery of services, a greater proportion of government budget to health and education, and a shift from 'top-down' to 'bottom-up' planning. This shift holds out the promise of change in state-society relations, following a half century of rule by successive military governments. The project will support this paradigm shift and 'people-centered' development by enabling poor rural communities to lead the identification of needs and implementation of activities aimed at promoting access to basic services and rural infrastructure. This will both empower communities and allow the government to deliver visible results of reform at the community level. In addition, the project will engender more constructive relationships between government and communities, and will support rural poverty alleviation, a stated objective of the government's economic reforms. If successful, the project, which will be implemented in 15 of Myanmar's 330 townships, can be scaled up across the country.

The project Myanmar National Community Driven Development Project is now in the pipeline.

2012-10-23T04:00:00.000Z

The project Myanmar National Community Driven Development Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project MYANMAR Avian Influenza Support has changed to Closed

2011-07-02T04:00:00.000Z

The project MYANMAR Avian Influenza Support has changed to Closed. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project Grain Storage Project (02) is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Grain Storage Project (02) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Grain Storage and Processing Project will comprise: (i) construction of six electrically powered rice mills, each with a capacity of 33,000 tons per year (tpy) and associated paddy strorage facility, which will form part of the Agricultural and Farm Produce Trade Corporation's (AFPTC) continuing efforts to expand and modernize its own export oriented milling and storage capacity; (ii) construction of a rice grading and mixing plant in the Rangoon port area with a capacity of 74,000 tpy; (iii) rehabilitation of about 120 AFPTC contracted rice mills with a total milling capacity of 580,000 tpy; and (iv) technical assistance and training to assist AFPTC in project implementation.

The project Irrigation Project is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Irrigation Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Irrigation Project includes four separate sub-projects. The small pump irrigation sub-project will provide for the procurement of 10,000 sets of diesel pumps to be sold to farmers and cooperatives. The minor flood embankment sub-project will improve and strengthen drains and embankments in the Irrawaddy Delta. The repair of construction equipment sub-project will provide spare parts and mechanics' services to repair over 900 pieces of the Irrigation Department's construction equipment which are inoperable due to lack of spare parts. Funds will also be provided for carrying out feasibility studies of two high priority irrigation projects.

The project Irrigation Project - Groundwater is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Irrigation Project - Groundwater is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project area includes parts of three townships, Monywa, Chaung U and Budalin, which are located in the dry zone of central Burma. The proposed project entails the construction of about 106 new deep tubewells and the corresponding irrigation and drainage systems. These new tubewells together with 25 existing wells would be electrified by a separate distribution system to be constructed under the project. The project would provide for agricultural support including extension, applied research, fertilizers and chemicals. The project will also make provision for technical assistance and training. It would also assist GOB's efforts to diversify crop production while increasing the value of non-paddy cash crops.

The project Irrigation Project - Tank is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Irrigation Project - Tank is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Myanmar Tank Irrigation Project consists of two subprojects, each located in distinctly different regions, namely, Kinmundaung and Azin. The Kinmundaung subproject lies in Magwe Division in the dry zone of central Burma. The subprojects will provide year-round irrigation for about 5,000 acres, irrigation for a dry-season crop in the area, and a full drinking water supply for Mudon Town which has a population of about 40,000. At full development, cropping intensities will almost double for both subprojects; incremental paddy production will total about 8,100 tons p.a. With the introduction of cotton and orchard crops, the project will assist the government of Burma's efforts toward crop diversification while increasing the value of non-paddy cash crops by about K8.8 M per year. The project will introduce furrow irrigation to the Kinmundaung area for the first time. In addition, both subprojects will introduce new crops such as Long-Staple Cotton (LSC) and a 850 ac irrigated orchard scheme.

The project Lower Burma Paddyland Development Project is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Lower Burma Paddyland Development Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The specific Paddyland Development Project components are: (a) construction or rehabilitation of about 400 miles of earth embankments, excavation and enlargement of approximately 770 miles of interior drainage channels, installation of about 90 concrete drainage culverts and 45 reinforced concrete sluice structures, and construction of about 10 masonry and reinforced concrete regulators; (b) provision of land clearing equipment including 24 tractors and accessories as well as 400 chain saws; (c) establishment of an intensified agricultural service; (d) allocation of funds for fellowships for short-term agricultural extension training courses; (e) provision of 1,000 low-lift pumps, 500 power tillers, 33 farm tractors, 33 disc plows, 16 disc harrows, and 17 rotary cultivators; (f) construction of fertilizer godowns; (g) erection and equipment of Agricultural Mechanization Department field workshops; (h) provision for about 60 man-months of consultant service to assist in hydrological investigation and formulation of a program of staged development of the delta; (i) provision for about 35 man-months of consultant services to assist in the preparation of a project for improving paddy storage and handling.

The project Port Project (03) is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Port Project (03) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Third Port Project is designed to enable the port of Rangoon to handle, until about 1990, the projected growth in international breakbulk and containerized traffic by improving port efficiency and basic port services. The project will obviate the need to construct additional berths and will include: (a) provision of additional general and containerized cargo handling equipment and telecommunications equipment to increase throughput of existing twelve general cargo berths; (b) construction of a container yard and freight station; (c) improvements to port area lighting, electrical installations and pontoon berth repairs; (d) acquisition of two new marine vessels; (e) renewal and rehabilitation of BPC's existing service vessels, harbor craft, and navigation aids; (f) dredger overhaul; and (g) consultants' services and training of staff.

The project Port of Rangoon Project is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Port of Rangoon Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Port of Rangoon Rehabilitation Project for Burma will support the most urgent needs of the Port of Rangoon, including rehabilitation of mechanical cargo-handling equipment due to war damage. The project includes the following components: a) reconstruction of three cargo harves with necessary storage shades and installations at the Sule Pagoda wharf; b) procurement of mechanical cargo equipment; and c) various other works including the beginning of construction of an additional rice wharf at Ahlone. About four-fifths of Burma's foreign trade is handled through the Port of Rangoon, and the rehabilitation works will contribute to the efficient functioning of the port which is of vital importance to the national economy.

The project Ports Project (02) is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Ports Project (02) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The components of the Second Port Project include: (A) The rehabilitation/repair of the provision of spare parts for: (a) A suction dredger; (b) A bucket dredger; (c) Pilot vessel, survey vessel, buoy tender, and grab dredgers for port services; and (d) Cargo handling equipment. (B) The purchase of: (a) New cargo-handling equipment to replace worn out and unrepairable equipment; (b) Position finding equipment and navigational aids; (c) Steel, mooring chains and plant, machinery and ancillary equipment for replacement and/or repair of steel pontoons, sponsons, and bridges at riverside berths; and (d) Workshop machinery and tools. (C) The provision of services for: (a) Preparation of documentation for dredger rehabilitation/repairs and supervision; (b) Training of dredger crews; and (c) Training of (i) planning personnel; and (ii) workshop technicians; (D) The dredging of the Rangoon Sea Access Channel to a depth of 15 feet below datum and its maintenance at that depth.

The project Railway Project (02) is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Railway Project (02) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Second Burma Railway Development Project will provide a loan of US$ 14 million equivalent to meet part of the foreign exchange cost of the Burma Railway's Four-Year Development Program, 1960-1964, particularly the parts of thereof concerning dieselization. The Borrower will be the Union of Burma Railway Board. In 1956 the Bank made the first loan to the government in connection with the Railway's Development Program 1955-1959, to buy diesel railcar train-sets and other rolling stock, bridge materials, and bridge construction plant. The loan project has been successfully completed. The Program for 1960-64 includes rehabilitation and modernization works designed to provide needed additional capacity, mainly through the procurement of locomotives and rolling stock, and to reduce operating costs by dieselization.

The project Rubber Project is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Rubber Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The Rubber Rehabilitation Project will rehabilitate 15 Government rubber estates, expand rubber processing capacity and provide staff training and technical assistance. By creating an effective and well-trained staff competent in all aspects of rubber development and by establishing high-yielding plant material suitable for Burmese conditions, this project will contribute to the rehabilitation and expansion of the rubber industry in Burma. The major direct benefits will be the incremental production from Government estates which will total about 28,000 long tons over 15 years (valued at US$25 million) and the incremental employment totalling about 3,200 man-years during the four-year implementation phase. The project is well within the implementation capacity of the agencies concerned and involves no substantial risks beyond those normally associated with tree crop projects involving introduction of new technologies.

The project Seed Development Project is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Seed Development Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project would: (a) increase the capacity for applied research and seed production on six key Government Central Farms through land development, provision of buildings, equipment, and farm machinery and expansion of research and production staff. In addition, the research and seed production capacity of ARI's Yezin station would be strengthened through farm development; (b) develop seed processing and storage facilities on the six farms and at two or three ginneries selected for cotton seed handling; (c) develop a quality control program based on seed testing laboratories at ARI, on seed farms and at cotton and groundnut facilities; (d) include a pilot project to establish the feasibility of providing groundnut seed storage in Lower Burma; (e) provide for overseas post-graduate training of research staff and overseas and local short courses for research staff, farm managers and quality control staff; and (f) provide about 116 man-months of technical assistance to training staff and assist in project implementation.

The project Telecommunication Project (02) is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Telecommunication Project (02) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The project consists of the urgent works in PTC's FYs 81-85 development program and includes: (a) the installation of about 31,200 lines of local telephone systems (including replacement of 7,200 lines of obsolete equipment) and associated long distance facilities; (b) the extension of telecommunications services to important urban and rural centers presently without service; (c) the installation of maritime radio telephone equipment at the three main ports and mobile radio telephone systems for transportation and remote access on the main national routes; (d) installation of additional telex and gentex systems, a billing processor and miscellaneous equipment and materials including those for urgent rehabilitation of the Rangoon telephone system; (e) consulting services; and (f) completion of ongoing works under existing contracts in the first Telecommunications Project (Cr. 551-BA).

The project Wood Industries Project (0l) is now in the pipeline.

2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z

The project Wood Industries Project (0l) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see the project information in the World Bank project database

The First Wood Industries Project will improve the efficiency and product quality of the teak processing industries in Burma through the reconstruction and modernization of two teak sawmills of about 105,000 hoppus (H) tons capacity, rehabilitation of two plywood and veneer mills and the existing furniture factory, expansion of flooring production, construction of a central workshop, strengthening of log storage and handling, and provision of training and technical assistance. The project's incremental output would generate annual revenues of about US$17 million of which about 72% would be in foreign exchange. Additional direct employment of about 600 would be generated after mill construction. Environmental conditions and worker safety would be enhanced by the provision of better dust and waste material collection facilities in the reconstructed and rehabilitated mills and factories. The main project risk would be possible delays in civil works construction. However, appropriate arrangements have been made to ensure that the project would be within the implementation capacity of the agencies concerned.