Relevant project design. The project's target identification methodology was relevant and sophisticated. Prior to this project, ADB support to disadvantaged provinces covered all parts of 22 provinces (determined by the government), which was nearly a third of the country. In contrast, the targeted support of the project resulted in focused investment on the poorest groups. Furthermore, a critical review and analysis of the (i) education sector, particularly within the context of lower secondary education (LSE) among the most disadvantaged regions; (ii) the potential investment opportunities available; and (iii) relevant facts and information, were key ingredients in formulating a project design that was highly relevant to the needs and conditions of beneficiaries, and aligned with the government's broader national policy.
Lower Secondary Education for the Most Disadvantaged Regions Project