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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Local Government Services: Provincial Councils (7045 KB)
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Provincial Councils in Sri Lanka. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and resources available...
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Provincial Councils in Sri Lanka. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and resources available for a broad range of Council services. The results of a survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in the payment of turnover tax, or the process of admitting a child to a home for children, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of Provincial Councils and their role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in every Provincial Council area of Sri Lanka. The guide book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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10/08/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Local Government Services: Provincial Councils (Sinhala) (10497 KB)
(Sinhala) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Provincial Councils in Sri Lanka. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and resources...
(Sinhala) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Provincial Councils in Sri Lanka. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and resources available for a broad range of Council services. The results of a survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in the payment of turnover tax, or the process of admitting a child to a home for children, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of Provincial Councils and their role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in every Provincial Council area of Sri Lanka. The guide book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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10/08/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Local Government Services: Provincial Councils (Tamil) (11022 KB)
(Tamil) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Provincial Councils in Sri Lanka. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and resources...
(Tamil) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Provincial Councils in Sri Lanka. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and resources available for a broad range of Council services. The results of a survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in the payment of turnover tax, or the process of admitting a child to a home for children, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of Provincial Councils and their role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in every Provincial Council area of Sri Lanka. The guide book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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10/08/2009 |
Book
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From Charity to Partnership: South Korean NGO Engagement with North Korea, Edward Reed (20 KB)
A compilation of excerpts from The Asia Foundation's Country Representative in Seoul Edward Reed's chapter in the book Engagement with North Korea: A Viable Alternative released by SUNY Press. |
10/07/2009 |
Analysis
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USAID and The Asia Foundation Expand Counter-Trafficking Program in Vietnam's Mekong Delta (Vietnamese version) (194 KB)
Vietnamese version of press release announcing a new grant of $500,000 from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for a two-year project to strengthen the Government of Vietnam's ongoing anti-trafficking efforts in the...
Vietnamese version of press release announcing a new grant of $500,000 from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for a two-year project to strengthen the Government of Vietnam's ongoing anti-trafficking efforts in the Mekong Delta. The new project will reach 40,000 students through education and training.
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10/05/2009 |
Press Release
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Prospects for Enhancing U.S.-ROK space cooperation, James Clay Moltz (45 KB)
Abstract of paper presented at a Center for U.S.-Korea Policy-Brookings seminar, "Opportunities for U.S.-ROK Alliance Cooperation: New Issues on the Agenda," October 8, 2009. |
10/05/2009 |
Analysis
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Cooperation on Functional Issues: Pandemic and Biological Threats, James L. Schoff (54 KB)
Abstract of paper presented at a Center for U.S.-Korea Policy-Brookings seminar, "Opportunities for U.S.-ROK Alliance Cooperation: New Issues on the Agenda," October 8, 2009. |
10/05/2009 |
Analysis
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Counter-Terrorism Cooperation and the U.S.-ROK Alliance: Ongoing Efforts and Upcoming Opportunities, Kevin Shepard (52 KB)
Abstract of paper presented at a Center for U.S.-Korea Policy-Brookings seminar, "Opportunities for U.S.-ROK Alliance Cooperation: New Issues on the Agenda," October 8, 2009. |
10/05/2009 |
Analysis
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Laos (2674 KB)
An overview of The Asia Foundation's Laos program. |
10/01/2009 |
Program Profile
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Current Developments in Southeast Asia: Implications for U.S.-Southeast Asia Relations, Thomas Lum (147 KB)
American Report of The Asia Foundation Emerging Leaders Conference. |
10/01/2009 |
Miscellaneous
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Current Developments in Southeast Asia: Implications for U.S.-Southeast Asia Relations, Haseenah Koyakutty (131 KB)
Summary of Findings and Recommendations |
10/01/2009 |
Miscellaneous
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The Asia Foundation Quarterly Bulletin - Fall 2009 (679 KB)
The Asia Foundation Quarterly Bulletin - Fall 2009 |
09/30/2009 |
Handout
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Financial Statements and Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants (704 KB)
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09/30/2009 |
Miscellaneous
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Urban Development Authority (326 KB)
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Urban Development Authority (UDA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad...
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Urban Development Authority (UDA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of UDA services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by the Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining a permit for a change of use of residential buildings, or the process of demolishing unauthorized constructions, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the UDA and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/28/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Urban Development Authority (Tamil) (258 KB)
(Tamil) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Urban Development Authority (UDA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a...
(Tamil) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Urban Development Authority (UDA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of UDA services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by the Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining a permit for a change of use of residential buildings, or the process of demolishing unauthorized constructions, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the UDA and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/28/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Urban Development Authority (Sinhala) (251 KB)
(Sinhala) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Urban Development Authority (UDA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for...
(Sinhala) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Urban Development Authority (UDA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of UDA services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by the Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining a permit for a change of use of residential buildings, or the process of demolishing unauthorized constructions, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the UDA and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/28/2009 |
Book
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Center for U.S.-Korea Policy newsletter vol. 1, no. 8 (328 KB)
Restoring Boldness and Flexibility to U.S.-ROK Coordination on North Korea |
09/18/2009 |
Analysis
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Constitutional Reform and Democracy in Thailand - A National Survey of the Thai People (1335 KB)
A nationwide opinion poll in 26 provinces gauging the national mood toward election reform, participation in politics, amending the constitution, and more. A democracy assessment survey. |
09/15/2009 |
Survey
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Constitutional Reform and Democracy in Thailand - A National Survey of the Thai People (in Thai) (1066 KB)
Thai language version. A nationwide opinion poll in 26 provinces gauging the national mood toward election reform, participation in politics, amending the constitution, and more. A democracy assessment survey. |
09/15/2009 |
Survey
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Asia Foundation's Survey of the Thai People Gauges Attitudes toward Constitution, Reform, and Democracy (in Thai) (98 KB)
Thai version. Press release announcing the release of "Constitutional Reform and Democracy in Thailand - A National Survey of the Thai People," a nationwide opinion poll in 26 provinces gauging the national mood toward election...
Thai version. Press release announcing the release of "Constitutional Reform and Democracy in Thailand - A National Survey of the Thai People," a nationwide opinion poll in 26 provinces gauging the national mood toward election reform, participation in politics, amending the constitution, and more. A democracy assessment survey.
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09/15/2009 |
Press Release
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The Mechanism to Settle Administrative Complaints in Vietnam - Challenges and Solutions (568 KB)
English version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and how...
English version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and how such a mechanism can be improved.
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09/14/2009 |
Analysis
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The Mechanism to Settle Administrative Complaints in Vietnam - Challenges and Solutions (Vietnamese version) (627 KB)
Vietnamese version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and...
Vietnamese version. This document provides a summary of key findings of a research project aimed at a better understanding of the nature of administrative complaints in Vietnam, the existing structure resolving those complaints, and how such a mechanism can be improved.
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09/14/2009 |
Analysis
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Central Environmental Authority (Tamil) (12731 KB)
(Tamil Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse...
(Tamil Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of CEA services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by the Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an environmental protection license, or the process of obtaining site approval, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the CEA and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Central Environmental Authority (Sinhala) (9456 KB)
(Sinhala Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse...
(Sinhala Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of CEA services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by the Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an environmental protection license, or the process of obtaining site approval, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the CEA and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Central Environmental Authority (9945 KB)
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a...
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify services provided by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of CEA services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by the Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an environmental protection license, or the process of obtaining site approval, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the CEA and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Board of Investment (Tamil) (5296 KB)
(Tamil Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by the Board of Investment (BOI). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline...
(Tamil Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by the Board of Investment (BOI). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of BOI services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an environmental license, or the process of obtaining approval for factory buildings, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the BOI and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The guide book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Board of Investment (Sinhala) (5051 KB)
(Sinhala Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by the Board of Investment (BOI). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process,...
(Sinhala Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by the Board of Investment (BOI). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of BOI services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an environmental license, or the process of obtaining approval for factory buildings, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the BOI and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The guide book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Government Services: Board of Investment (7021 KB)
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by the Board of Investment (BOI). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and recourse...
This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by the Board of Investment (BOI). It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of BOI services. The results of a recent survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an environmental license, or the process of obtaining approval for factory buildings, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of the BOI and its role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in Sri Lanka. The guide book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
Book
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Local Government Services: District Secretariat (Tamil) (1435 KB)
(Tamil Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by district secretariats. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and...
(Tamil Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by district secretariats. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of district secretariat services. The results of a survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an extract from a voters list, or the process of obtaining a driving license, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of district secretariats and their role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in every district secretariat area in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
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Regulatory Mapping Guide Book on Local Government Services: District Secretariat (Sinhala) (1220 KB)
(Sinhala Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by district secretariats. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and...
(Sinhala Version) This publication is intended to serve as a guide to clarify local government services provided by district secretariats. It provides a detailed outline of the legalities, eligibility, fees, application process, timeline and recourse available for a broad range of district secretariat services. The results of a survey sponsored by The Asia Foundation indicated that information of this type was not readily available to the public in a simple and comprehensive manner. This Guide Book seeks to clarify step-by-step what is involved in obtaining an extract from a voters list, or the process of obtaining a driving license, for example. It seeks to inform members of the public and business community about the services, authority, and responsibilities of district secretariats and their role in improving the conditions for economic growth and creating an enabling environment for small and medium enterprises to flourish in every district secretariat area in Sri Lanka. The Guide Book is available in English, Sinhala and Tamil.
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09/14/2009 |
Book
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