CAREC Institute Progress Report Senior Officials’
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slide1. CAREC Institute Progress Report Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM)
13-14 June 2023
Tbilisi, Georgia
Kabir Jurazoda, CAREC Institute Director<br>
slide2. Governance Mid-Term Review (MTR) will highlight issues and challenges affecting the efficient implementation of the Strategy, scan external environment and propose adjustments.
Governing Council (GC) – to hold the 14th meeting of the GC combined with the Ministerial Conference (MC) in November in Georgia.
Advisory Council (AC) – The fifth meeting of the revamped AC is tentatively scheduled for September in an online mode.
CI's new Director Mr. Kabir Jurazoda – a Tajikistan National – joined CI in November 2022 after completion of the tenure of Syed Shakeel Shah – a Pakistani National.<br>
slide3. Financial Management Resource Mobilization Strategy – the third meeting of the Financial Sustainability Working Group (FSWG) was held online on 2nd June. Reviewed progress on resource diversification efforts, discussed various proposals and made suggestions for GC’s consideration.
The financial contribution – contribution from PRC is at the same level as in 2022, about $4 million. Of this amount, around $720,000 in rent for CI’s temporary office paid by Xinjiang Government has been received, and the contribution from the Ministry of Finance of the PRC is in the process.
In addition to contributions from member countries, Technical Assistance (TA) from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has been another critical support for CI.
CAREC Institute have mobilized financing from IsDB, UNICEF for new project activities, and is also finalizing contract with CAAC for funding for the civil aviation project. 3<br>
slide4. CAREC Institute Think Tank Activities CTTN Blog – an interactive, bilingual (ENG & RUS) knowledge-sharing platform for CTTN members, will be launched during the 7th TTF. The blog offers an opportunity for CTTN members to share their county-specific knowledge focusing on CAREC priority clusters.
Seventh CAREC Think Tank Development Forum (CTTDF), the Sixth forum was held on 15-16 September 2022 in Baku, Azerbaijan with a theme of “Recalibrating Growth Dynamics for Inclusive and Sustainable Economies”. The 7th forum with a theme of "Embracing Digital Technology for Sustainable Economic Development" is scheduled for 16-17 August in Urumqi, the PRC.
CTTN Research Study "Leveraging Digital Technology for Green Sustainable and Inclusive Growth” is underway. The first drafts will be received on 15th June. The final papers will be presented at the TTF in August.
CTTN Dialogue Series – CTTN Virtual Dialogue brings together views, opinions, and analysis of think tanks on regional issues . This year’s first dialogue, combined with CAREC Chai, was held on 27th April to evaluate the economic impact of Russia – Ukraine conflict on the CAREC region. 4<br>
slide5. Quarterly Economic Monitor (QEM) – a well-received knowledge product and published the Monitor in three languages on a regular basis; contributed QEM pieces/breakdowns in English and Chinese to CI microblog.
Important cross divisional project, one of the deliverables for the 21st Ministerial Conference held in 2022, titled “Background Report on Post-Pandemic Framework for a Green, Sustainable and Inclusive Recovery”.
> 10 Economic Briefs – topics covering economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic to the CAREC region, inflation threats, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) development, green BRI investment, three more Economic Briefs to be prepared in 2023.
Co-hosted a webinar with ADB and the Regional Capacity Development Center (CCAMTAC) of the IMF on regional integration in Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia.
Leading an ADB TA project, titled “Household and community access to energy in the Fergana Valley – a multidimensional survey-based assessment in three CAREC countries”. 5 Chief Economist Team Activities<br>
slide6. CAREC Region Trade Integration- CAREC FTA (Phase II) – to explore trade potential in the CAREC region to enhance trade in goods and services.
Digital CAREC Phase III – Blended Learning through Flipped Classrooms in the CAREC Region- Designing a Data-Driven Flipped Classroom Module.
Regional Climate Vulnerability in CAREC and Perspectives for Regional Cooperation Concept Note (Phase 2, Stage II) – to identify what damage can cause augmenting climate change across water, agriculture and energy sectors of five Central Asian countries.
A roadmap for fintech-led regional financial cooperation in the CAREC region- to develop a concrete roadmap for accelerated progress of fintech in the CAREC region.
The geopolitical uncertainties and their socioeconomic impact on CAREC economies. 6 Research Activities<br>
slide7. CAREC Institute Annual Research Conference scheduled online for 5-6 September – researchers are invited to submit and present selected original articles, case-studies, and reviews pertinent to the topics of the conference.
Visiting Fellows Program– scholars are invited at all levels to pursue research on a topic that is relevant to the CAREC 2030 operational priorities and region’s important policy challenges.
Water sector financial governance gap analysis in Central Asia: from planning to practice-mapping major water financing needs of the water sector and identifying potential financing schemes in Central Asia.
Civil aviation in CAREC countries, phase 2-3-Research for the restoration and development of air transport between China and five Central Asian countries. 7 Research Activities<br>
slide8. CAREC Institute has completed seven out of 12 (58%) core CB activities, all of which are research-based.
CAREC Institute collaborated with development partners to convene workshops in areas of regional cooperation that require more urgent attention.
Combination of face-to-face, live streaming, and recorded workshops are being offered to target participants – engaging them in a full cycle of capacity development based on upgraded e-learning functionalities.
Mode and format of knowledge service delivery: workshops, conferences, policy discussions, expert roundtables, best practices/knowledge sharing, thematic dialogues and CAREC Chai series. 8 Capacity Building<br>
slide9. > 100 DLMs (digital learning modules) have been uploaded on the E-Learning platform with videos, presentations, and other relevant materials.
15 DLMs were produced in both English and Russian.
Around 50 DLMs were uploaded during the first half of 2023, attracting as many as 10,000 additional visitors during the period. 9 Capacity Building<br>
slide10. E-Newsletter – From May 2022, the CI Newsletter started to have a section dedicated to research digests of articles published by CI and becomes available in English, Chinese, and Russian in a single design. Currently Newsletter reaches more than 3000 stakeholders monthly.
The Development Asia partnership continued with three more additions as of April 2023 on the Development Asia platform, with another 6 in the pipeline.
Maintaining and Updating Distribution List – KM team had started to build up a distribution list in 2019. The list has steadily grown from from 500 in 2019 to 3000 in 2021.
In-House Design – KM team has continuously improved the in-house design capacity for covers, flyers, typesetting designs, infographic and expert view videos, and quoted cards to attract interest of our audience and disseminate CI’s knowledge products in a more dynamic way. 10 Knowledge Management<br>
slide11. Four promotion videos in three languages for the 2nd Research Conference and videos for the 6th CAREC Think Tank Development Forum on a cost-effective basis.
Media coverage of events of CI – a result, CI events have been widely covered by well-recognized media outlets in Central Asian countries and Pakistan.
The cooperation agreement was signed with UNICEF on a new WASH project, which will set up a virtual CAREC WASH Center to promote knowledge sharing, technological innovation, and best practices among CAREC countries.
Publication Board – assure the quality of new publications. To ensure timely review of papers by Publication Board, the KMD updated the CI Publication Policy and developed the Anti-Plagiarism Policy. All new publications are reviewed by Publication Board members. 11 Knowledge Management<br>
slide12. Thank you! 12<br>
13-14 June 2023
Tbilisi, Georgia
Kabir Jurazoda, CAREC Institute Director<br>
slide2. Governance Mid-Term Review (MTR) will highlight issues and challenges affecting the efficient implementation of the Strategy, scan external environment and propose adjustments.
Governing Council (GC) – to hold the 14th meeting of the GC combined with the Ministerial Conference (MC) in November in Georgia.
Advisory Council (AC) – The fifth meeting of the revamped AC is tentatively scheduled for September in an online mode.
CI's new Director Mr. Kabir Jurazoda – a Tajikistan National – joined CI in November 2022 after completion of the tenure of Syed Shakeel Shah – a Pakistani National.<br>
slide3. Financial Management Resource Mobilization Strategy – the third meeting of the Financial Sustainability Working Group (FSWG) was held online on 2nd June. Reviewed progress on resource diversification efforts, discussed various proposals and made suggestions for GC’s consideration.
The financial contribution – contribution from PRC is at the same level as in 2022, about $4 million. Of this amount, around $720,000 in rent for CI’s temporary office paid by Xinjiang Government has been received, and the contribution from the Ministry of Finance of the PRC is in the process.
In addition to contributions from member countries, Technical Assistance (TA) from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has been another critical support for CI.
CAREC Institute have mobilized financing from IsDB, UNICEF for new project activities, and is also finalizing contract with CAAC for funding for the civil aviation project. 3<br>
slide4. CAREC Institute Think Tank Activities CTTN Blog – an interactive, bilingual (ENG & RUS) knowledge-sharing platform for CTTN members, will be launched during the 7th TTF. The blog offers an opportunity for CTTN members to share their county-specific knowledge focusing on CAREC priority clusters.
Seventh CAREC Think Tank Development Forum (CTTDF), the Sixth forum was held on 15-16 September 2022 in Baku, Azerbaijan with a theme of “Recalibrating Growth Dynamics for Inclusive and Sustainable Economies”. The 7th forum with a theme of "Embracing Digital Technology for Sustainable Economic Development" is scheduled for 16-17 August in Urumqi, the PRC.
CTTN Research Study "Leveraging Digital Technology for Green Sustainable and Inclusive Growth” is underway. The first drafts will be received on 15th June. The final papers will be presented at the TTF in August.
CTTN Dialogue Series – CTTN Virtual Dialogue brings together views, opinions, and analysis of think tanks on regional issues . This year’s first dialogue, combined with CAREC Chai, was held on 27th April to evaluate the economic impact of Russia – Ukraine conflict on the CAREC region. 4<br>
slide5. Quarterly Economic Monitor (QEM) – a well-received knowledge product and published the Monitor in three languages on a regular basis; contributed QEM pieces/breakdowns in English and Chinese to CI microblog.
Important cross divisional project, one of the deliverables for the 21st Ministerial Conference held in 2022, titled “Background Report on Post-Pandemic Framework for a Green, Sustainable and Inclusive Recovery”.
> 10 Economic Briefs – topics covering economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic to the CAREC region, inflation threats, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) development, green BRI investment, three more Economic Briefs to be prepared in 2023.
Co-hosted a webinar with ADB and the Regional Capacity Development Center (CCAMTAC) of the IMF on regional integration in Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia.
Leading an ADB TA project, titled “Household and community access to energy in the Fergana Valley – a multidimensional survey-based assessment in three CAREC countries”. 5 Chief Economist Team Activities<br>
slide6. CAREC Region Trade Integration- CAREC FTA (Phase II) – to explore trade potential in the CAREC region to enhance trade in goods and services.
Digital CAREC Phase III – Blended Learning through Flipped Classrooms in the CAREC Region- Designing a Data-Driven Flipped Classroom Module.
Regional Climate Vulnerability in CAREC and Perspectives for Regional Cooperation Concept Note (Phase 2, Stage II) – to identify what damage can cause augmenting climate change across water, agriculture and energy sectors of five Central Asian countries.
A roadmap for fintech-led regional financial cooperation in the CAREC region- to develop a concrete roadmap for accelerated progress of fintech in the CAREC region.
The geopolitical uncertainties and their socioeconomic impact on CAREC economies. 6 Research Activities<br>
slide7. CAREC Institute Annual Research Conference scheduled online for 5-6 September – researchers are invited to submit and present selected original articles, case-studies, and reviews pertinent to the topics of the conference.
Visiting Fellows Program– scholars are invited at all levels to pursue research on a topic that is relevant to the CAREC 2030 operational priorities and region’s important policy challenges.
Water sector financial governance gap analysis in Central Asia: from planning to practice-mapping major water financing needs of the water sector and identifying potential financing schemes in Central Asia.
Civil aviation in CAREC countries, phase 2-3-Research for the restoration and development of air transport between China and five Central Asian countries. 7 Research Activities<br>
slide8. CAREC Institute has completed seven out of 12 (58%) core CB activities, all of which are research-based.
CAREC Institute collaborated with development partners to convene workshops in areas of regional cooperation that require more urgent attention.
Combination of face-to-face, live streaming, and recorded workshops are being offered to target participants – engaging them in a full cycle of capacity development based on upgraded e-learning functionalities.
Mode and format of knowledge service delivery: workshops, conferences, policy discussions, expert roundtables, best practices/knowledge sharing, thematic dialogues and CAREC Chai series. 8 Capacity Building<br>
slide9. > 100 DLMs (digital learning modules) have been uploaded on the E-Learning platform with videos, presentations, and other relevant materials.
15 DLMs were produced in both English and Russian.
Around 50 DLMs were uploaded during the first half of 2023, attracting as many as 10,000 additional visitors during the period. 9 Capacity Building<br>
slide10. E-Newsletter – From May 2022, the CI Newsletter started to have a section dedicated to research digests of articles published by CI and becomes available in English, Chinese, and Russian in a single design. Currently Newsletter reaches more than 3000 stakeholders monthly.
The Development Asia partnership continued with three more additions as of April 2023 on the Development Asia platform, with another 6 in the pipeline.
Maintaining and Updating Distribution List – KM team had started to build up a distribution list in 2019. The list has steadily grown from from 500 in 2019 to 3000 in 2021.
In-House Design – KM team has continuously improved the in-house design capacity for covers, flyers, typesetting designs, infographic and expert view videos, and quoted cards to attract interest of our audience and disseminate CI’s knowledge products in a more dynamic way. 10 Knowledge Management<br>
slide11. Four promotion videos in three languages for the 2nd Research Conference and videos for the 6th CAREC Think Tank Development Forum on a cost-effective basis.
Media coverage of events of CI – a result, CI events have been widely covered by well-recognized media outlets in Central Asian countries and Pakistan.
The cooperation agreement was signed with UNICEF on a new WASH project, which will set up a virtual CAREC WASH Center to promote knowledge sharing, technological innovation, and best practices among CAREC countries.
Publication Board – assure the quality of new publications. To ensure timely review of papers by Publication Board, the KMD updated the CI Publication Policy and developed the Anti-Plagiarism Policy. All new publications are reviewed by Publication Board members. 11 Knowledge Management<br>
slide12. Thank you! 12<br>