Support to improve the agencies’ institutional capacity involved in the preparatory work and implementation is necessary to ensure smooth execution of project activities and progress will remain on track. For example, project experience highlighted the required managerial support for agencies in view of the challenges encountered in implementing the social and environmental mitigation measures and related delays. During design stage and preparation, an in-depth assessment of the capabilities of executing and implementing agencies is an essential process to examine and address their weaknesses and constraints. In the PRC, several agencies have past experiences in managing ADB-funded projects and engaging the same agencies with prior sector, technical, and local expertise can provide an advantage for future projects.
Forestry and Ecological Restoration Project in Three Northwest Provinces