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The Asia Foundation supported the establishment and construction of the first women’s shelter in the Lao PDR—opening in January 2006—to serve the needs of victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. The establishment...

The Asia Foundation supported the establishment and construction of the first women’s shelter in the Lao PDR—opening in January 2006—to serve the needs of victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. The establishment of the shelter, a direct result of growing awareness of these problems in Laos and the passage of the 2004 Development and Protection of Women Act, was made possible by the dedicated work of the Lao Women’s Union (LWU), which has been supported by the Foundation for more than a decade.

Mongolian version

The Asia Foundation supported the establishment and construction of the first women’s shelter in the Lao PDR—opening in January 2006—to serve the needs of victims of human trafficking and domestic...

Mongolian version

The Asia Foundation supported the establishment and construction of the first women’s shelter in the Lao PDR—opening in January 2006—to serve the needs of victims of human trafficking and domestic violence. The establishment of the shelter, a direct result of growing awareness of these problems in Laos and the passage of the 2004 Development and Protection of Women Act, was made possible by the dedicated work of the Lao Women’s Union (LWU), which has been supported by the Foundation for more than a decade.

The study is a longitudinal survey using multilevel randomization. It is designed to measure both changes in public attitudes and country-specific indicators that are comparable across countries. Some of the survey components were modeled on...

The study is a longitudinal survey using multilevel randomization. It is designed to measure both changes in public attitudes and country-specific indicators that are comparable across countries. Some of the survey components were modeled on the Transparency International Global Corruption Barometer (GCB), and measure personal experience with corruption, in addition to perceptions. This third survey was conducted in March 2007 and comprised 600 respondents in Ulaanbaatar, Selenge, Sukhbaatar, Uvurkhangai and Uvs aimags.

Mongolian version

The study is a longitudinal survey using multilevel randomization. It is designed to measure both changes in public attitudes and country-specific indicators that are comparable across countries. Some of the survey...

Mongolian version

The study is a longitudinal survey using multilevel randomization. It is designed to measure both changes in public attitudes and country-specific indicators that are comparable across countries. Some of the survey components were modeled on the Transparency International Global Corruption Barometer (GCB), and measure personal experience with corruption, in addition to perceptions. This third survey was conducted in March 2007 and comprised 600 respondents in Ulaanbaatar, Selenge, Sukhbaatar, Uvurkhangai and Uvs aimags.

Mongolia: Trends in Corruption Attitudes

The Asia Foundation and Sant Maral/TI collected data for the second of six semi-annual benchmarking surveys in September 2006. This survey was conducted in an effort to better understand the...

Mongolia: Trends in Corruption Attitudes

The Asia Foundation and Sant Maral/TI collected data for the second of six semi-annual benchmarking surveys in September 2006. This survey was conducted in an effort to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia. The first survey was conducted in March and established the baseline against which this and future surveys will evaluate the changes in public attitudes toward corruption, the incidence of corruption at the household level, and government progress in implementing reforms that will combat corruption in Mongolia.

Mongolian Version

The Asia Foundation and Sant Maral/TI collected data for the second of six semi-annual benchmarking surveys in September 2006. This survey was conducted in an effort to better understand the scope and incidence of...

Mongolian Version

The Asia Foundation and Sant Maral/TI collected data for the second of six semi-annual benchmarking surveys in September 2006. This survey was conducted in an effort to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia. The first survey was conducted in March and established the baseline against which this and future surveys will evaluate the changes in public attitudes toward corruption, the incidence of corruption at the household level, and government progress in implementing reforms that will combat corruption in Mongolia.

The survey objective is to assess the demographic, social, economic and other patterns within 18 Ulaanbaatar districts, including 15 so-called “ger districts.” The findings will help in understanding the interests that motivate...

The survey objective is to assess the demographic, social, economic and other patterns within 18 Ulaanbaatar districts, including 15 so-called “ger districts.” The findings will help in understanding the interests that motivate emigration from rural areas in order to inform and better guide urban planning and development. The survey sought to identify ger district dwellers’ perceptions of needs for basic infrastructure, vocational training and finance, and their willingness to pay for any improvements that might be introduced.

The Asia Foundation collected data for the first of six semi-annual benchmarking surveys in late March 2006. This survey was undertaken in an effort to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia....

The Asia Foundation collected data for the first of six semi-annual benchmarking surveys in late March 2006. This survey was undertaken in an effort to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia. It is intended to provide objective insights and correct misperceptions that will shape future programming. The Asia Foundation wanted to identify where, why and how administrative-level corruption impacts households, and to explore the characteristics of corruption in Mongolia.

While the second Nepal Contemporary Political Situation (NCPS II) was conducted in January 2006, before what has come to be known as Jana Andolan II, this opinion poll Nepal Contemporary Political Situation (NCPS III) gauges public views in...

While the second Nepal Contemporary Political Situation (NCPS II) was conducted in January 2006, before what has come to be known as Jana Andolan II, this opinion poll Nepal Contemporary Political Situation (NCPS III) gauges public views in late August and early September, well after the dramatic political events of April 2006.

This nation-wide political opinion poll, Nepal Contemporary Political Situation II 2005 (NCPS–II 2005), was carried out by Interdisciplinary Analysts, a Kathmandu-based research organisation and funded by The Asia Foundation. The opinion...

This nation-wide political opinion poll, Nepal Contemporary Political Situation II 2005 (NCPS–II 2005), was carried out by Interdisciplinary Analysts, a Kathmandu-based research organisation and funded by The Asia Foundation. The opinion poll was designed between November and December 2005 and administered with the support of ACNielson Nepal Pvt. Ltd., a marketing research organisation, between 5 January and 25 January, 2006. Data processing and analysis were carried out in February 2006, and the report was prepared and finalised in March and April 2006.

The opinion poll on the Contemporary Political Situation in Nepal (CPS 2005) was carried out by Interdisciplinary Analysts, an independent research organisation based in Kathmandu. It was designed between the second week of September 2004 and...

The opinion poll on the Contemporary Political Situation in Nepal (CPS 2005) was carried out by Interdisciplinary Analysts, an independent research organisation based in Kathmandu. It was designed between the second week of September 2004 and the third week of November 2004 and administered in the field between the fourth week of November 2004 and the third week of December 2004. Data processing and analysis were conducted between the fourth week of December 2004 and the fourth week of January 2005. Then, during the second week of February 2005, a preliminary report was prepared.

Road Transportation, Regulations and Charges in Indonesia. To assess the size and nature of domestic road transportation costs, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the University of Indonesia's Institute for Economic and Social Research...

Road Transportation, Regulations and Charges in Indonesia. To assess the size and nature of domestic road transportation costs, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the University of Indonesia's Institute for Economic and Social Research (LPEM-FEUI) implemented a comprehensive survey of domestic trucking costs along nine routes in Indonesia. The survey explicitly examined licensing costs, road charges and the costs associated with poor infrastructure. Through GPS tracking and interviews with firm managers and truck drivers, the survey identifies exactly who is charging drivers, where they are being charged and how much.

Bahasa Indonesia version - Road Transportation, Regulations and Charges in Indonesia. To assess the size and nature of domestic road transportation costs, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the University of Indonesia's Institute for...

Bahasa Indonesia version - Road Transportation, Regulations and Charges in Indonesia. To assess the size and nature of domestic road transportation costs, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the University of Indonesia's Institute for Economic and Social Research (LPEM-FEUI) implemented a comprehensive survey of domestic trucking costs along nine routes in Indonesia. The survey explicitly examined licensing costs, road charges and the costs associated with poor infrastructure. Through GPS tracking and interviews with firm managers and truck drivers, the survey identifies exactly who is charging drivers, where they are being charged and how much.

(Small version - no graphics) - Road Transportation, Regulations and Charges in Indonesia. To assess the size and nature of domestic road transportation costs, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the University of Indonesia's Institute...

(Small version - no graphics) - Road Transportation, Regulations and Charges in Indonesia. To assess the size and nature of domestic road transportation costs, The Asia Foundation, in partnership with the University of Indonesia's Institute for Economic and Social Research (LPEM-FEUI) implemented a comprehensive survey of domestic trucking costs along nine routes in Indonesia. The survey explicitly examined licensing costs, road charges and the costs associated with poor infrastructure. Through GPS tracking and interviews with firm managers and truck drivers, the survey identifies exactly who is charging drivers, where they are being charged and how much.

In March 2008 the fifth semi-annual corruption benchmarking survey was completed. The purpose of the survey is to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia. Findings and conclusions serve to...

In March 2008 the fifth semi-annual corruption benchmarking survey was completed. The purpose of the survey is to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia. Findings and conclusions serve to benchmark changes in experience, attitudes and perceptions over an extended period of time, and thereby contribute to better-informed policy-making, and the refinement of interventions and activities that inform and engage citizens as active participants in the effort to combat corruption in Mongolia.

(In Mongolian) In March 2008 the fifth semi-annual corruption benchmarking survey was completed. The purpose of the survey is to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia.  Findings and...

(In Mongolian) In March 2008 the fifth semi-annual corruption benchmarking survey was completed. The purpose of the survey is to better understand the scope and incidence of corruption at the household level in Mongolia.  Findings and conclusions serve to benchmark changes in experience, attitudes and perceptions over an extended period of time, and thereby contribute to better-informed policy-making, and the refinement of interventions and activities that inform and engage citizens as active participants in the effort to combat corruption in Mongolia.

A survey conducted prior to the National and Provincial Assembly elections of 2008 to gauge the knowledge and attitudes of the Pakistani electorate to help identify the most appropriate audiences, locations, form and language for pre-election...

A survey conducted prior to the National and Provincial Assembly elections of 2008 to gauge the knowledge and attitudes of the Pakistani electorate to help identify the most appropriate audiences, locations, form and language for pre-election voter education materials and activities.

Indonesian version of Local Economic Governance Index, 2007.
This year's Local Economic Governance Survey provides a fascinating look into the dynamics of local governance and business development in Indonesia nearly a decade after...

Indonesian version of Local Economic Governance Index, 2007.
This year's Local Economic Governance Survey provides a fascinating look into the dynamics of local governance and business development in Indonesia nearly a decade after regional autonomy. More than ever, citizens and businesses are pressing to know how well local governments are using their authority to provide better public services and improve their business climates. This is the sixth survey of a research program begun in 2001 by KPPOD, with support from the Asia Foundation. Each year the scope has expanded, beginning with 90 districts (2001), then 134 districts (2002), 200 districts (2003), 214 districts (2004), 228 districts (2005) and finally 243 districts this year.

This year's Indonesia Local Economic Governance Survey provides a fascinating look into the dynamics of local governance and business development in Indonesia nearly a decade after regional autonomy. More than ever, citizens and businesses are...

This year's Indonesia Local Economic Governance Survey provides a fascinating look into the dynamics of local governance and business development in Indonesia nearly a decade after regional autonomy. More than ever, citizens and businesses are pressing to know how well local governments are using their authority to provide better public services and improve their business climates. This is the sixth survey of a research program begun in 2001 by KPPOD, with support from the Asia Foundation. Each year the scope has expanded, beginning with 90 districts (2001), then 134 districts (2002), 200 districts (2003), 214 districts (2004), 228 districts (2005) and finally 243 districts this year.

Economic growth in Bangladesh has benefited from two decades of liberalization policies that aimed to increase private sector activity. While reforms have eased licensing and regulatory burdens, particularly for the export sector, the domestic...

Economic growth in Bangladesh has benefited from two decades of liberalization policies that aimed to increase private sector activity. While reforms have eased licensing and regulatory burdens, particularly for the export sector, the domestic private sector continues to face formidable challenges to growth. This is particularly the case for small enterprises that account for the bulk of private business in Bangladesh. Weaknesses in financial markets, burdensome regulation, and prohibitive policies create market distortions that reduce local competitiveness. The combined effect of poor infrastructure, weak public service delivery, corruption, and security concerns constrain the ability of businesses to function efficiently. While many businesses depend on patronage links to survive, small business owners typically lack the resources and political connections to combat regulatory and informal barriers to business. As a result, a weak enabling environment imposes disproportionately greater constraints to small business growth. The findings of this report contribute to dialogue and debate on the policy environment for private sector development in Bangladesh and inform the strategies of Government and other development partners. The Mymensingh study and the recommendations that flow from it reflect The Asia Foundation's commitment to support private-sector led growth by easing policy constraints that affect the enabling environment and mobilizing domestic constituencies for reform from the private sector, civil society, and government.

The fifth annual study of “Investment Competitiveness of Regencies/Cities in Indonesia” implemented by KPPOD (Regional Autonomy Watch). Since the first socialization of the 2001 study results, public response toward the rank has...

The fifth annual study of “Investment Competitiveness of Regencies/Cities in Indonesia” implemented by KPPOD (Regional Autonomy Watch). Since the first socialization of the 2001 study results, public response toward the rank has been extensive. The private sector has shown its appreciation by using the study result as one of its sources to formulate investment policies; academicians have shared their opinions on the methodology used in the study; moreover, some prominent international institutions have used the studies’ findings as their reference.

The Asia Foundation has cooperated with the Center for Business and Government of Harvard University (CBG-Harvard), which works for Bank Rakyat Indonesia, to conduct a survey on access to and services of micro fi nance institutions (MFIs) in...

The Asia Foundation has cooperated with the Center for Business and Government of Harvard University (CBG-Harvard), which works for Bank Rakyat Indonesia, to conduct a survey on access to and services of micro fi nance institutions (MFIs) in six provinces: West Java, East Java, West Kalimantan, East Kalimantan, North Sulawesi and Papua. The survey was aimed at looking at the availability of micro finance services.

This study is intended to help local governments examine how their areas are perceived in terms of investment attractiveness. This study also serves as a reference for the international business community or local investor in making investment...

This study is intended to help local governments examine how their areas are perceived in terms of investment attractiveness. This study also serves as a reference for the international business community or local investor in making investment decisions.

This survey on "Community-Oriented Policing" was conducted in Mongolia between March and April 2008. The report consists of two main parts: one is an analysis of questionnaires administered to law enforcement officials, and the other to...

This survey on "Community-Oriented Policing" was conducted in Mongolia between March and April 2008. The report consists of two main parts: one is an analysis of questionnaires administered to law enforcement officials, and the other to community and civil society representatives; the second is a narrative report based on information gathered from interviews, participant observation and general observation that enhanced the questionnaire data.