Information and Communication Technology for Development in the Pacific

Information and Communication Technology for Development in the Pacific
Author: Asian Development Bank
Publisher: Adb Pacific Studies
Total Pages: 56
Release: 2003
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

The objective of this booklet is to raise awareness among the different stakeholders on the role ICT may play in helping to develop the Pacific region. As there is no consolidated information available on the use of ICT in the region, this publication will assist in defining strategic directions and encourage organizations to reduce poverty by improving the delivery of basic services, such as education and health through the use of ICT.

Information and Communication Technology for Development in the Pacific

Information and Communication Technology for Development in the Pacific
Author: Asian Development Bank
Publisher: Adb Pacific Studies
Total Pages: 54
Release: 2003
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

The objective of this booklet is to raise awareness among the different stakeholders on the role ICT may play in helping to develop the Pacific region. As there is no consolidated information available on the use of ICT in the region, this publication will assist in defining strategic directions and encourage organizations to reduce poverty by improving the delivery of basic services, such as education and health through the use of ICT.

A Report to the U.S. Department of Education on Educational Challenges and Technical Assistance Needs for the Pacific Region

A Report to the U.S. Department of Education on Educational Challenges and Technical Assistance Needs for the Pacific Region
Author: CNA Corp., Alexandria, VA.
Publisher:
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2005
Genre:
ISBN:

This report of the Pacific Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) provides an assessment of the technical assistance needs of educators in the Pacific region in response to a directive from the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education (ED). This information will be used to assist in the establishment of 20 comprehensive centers providing technical assistance to regional, state, and local educational agencies and schools in implementing the goals and programs of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act and in the use of scientifically valid teaching methods and assessment tools for use by teachers and administrators.The Pacific RAC region is composed of seven island groups: the state of Hawaii, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia (Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei, and Yap), the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Republic of Palau, the Territory of American Samoa, and the Territory of Guam. Pacific RAC members identified five major challenges and a number of related technical assistance recommendations that would assist the Pacific Region in meeting the goals of NCLB. The RAC then identified the top priorities for federal technical assistance in the region. Members also noted that because the Pacific region comprises many islands with a range of physical facilities and technical infrastructures, it is difficult to provide communication systems and access to resources, and to integrate technology with instruction in order to support student achievement. Appended are: (1) Map of the Pacific Region; (2) Pacific Region at a glance; (3) Pacific education at a glance; (4) Public comments and feedback received by the Pacific RAC; (5) References; and (6) Biographical information about Pacific RAC members. A glossary is also included. [Report prepared by the Pacific Regional Advisory Committee.].

ADB's Pacific Approach 2010-2014

ADB's Pacific Approach 2010-2014
Author: Asian Development Bank
Publisher: Asian Development Bank
Total Pages: 85
Release: 2009-12-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9292547569

The Asian Development Bank's approach to assisting the Pacific (The Pacific Approach) addresses challenges and opportunities common to its Pacific developing member countries, and seeks to identify where and how regional approaches and common guidelines can be used to improve the effectiveness of development assistance.

REPORT OF THE TWENTY-SIXTH SESSION OF THE ASIA AND PACIFIC COMMISSION ON AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS

REPORT OF THE TWENTY-SIXTH SESSION OF THE ASIA AND PACIFIC COMMISSION ON AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 60
Release: 2018-05-24
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9251099553

The Royal Government of Bhutan (RGB) hosted the Twenty-Sixth Session of the Asia and Pacific Commission on Agricultural Statistics (APCAS) convened by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Thimphu, Bhutan from 15 to 19 February 2016. The session was attended by 76 participants including 50 delegates from APCAS member countries viz. Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Lao PDR, Mongolia, Nepal, the Philippines, Republic of Korea (ROK), Thailand, the United States of America (USA) and Viet Nam. Four observers from the Maldives, Samoa, the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) and the ASEAN Food Security Information System (AFSIS), and 16 staff from FAO also attended.

Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea
Author: International Monetary Fund. Asia and Pacific Dept
Publisher: International Monetary Fund
Total Pages: 66
Release: 2017-01-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1475572395

This 2016 Article IV Consultation highlights that Papua New Guinea is facing headwinds stemming from low commodity prices and is recovering from a major drought; these factors have weighed on economic growth, weakened the external position, and created fiscal challenges. Foreign exchange (FX) remains in short supply, but inflows have recently picked up somewhat. Near-term risks to the outlook are tilted to the downside, as fiscal retrenchment may have a greater impact on the economy than currently expected and the limited availability of FX continues to constrain imports and economic activity. A further drop in commodity prices would weaken the external and fiscal positions.

The Far East and Australasia 2003

The Far East and Australasia 2003
Author: Europa Publications
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 1724
Release: 2002
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781857431339

A unique survey of each country in the region. It includes an extensive collection of facts, statistics, analysis and directory information in one accessible volume.