1. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP North-South Economic Corridor: A Case Study

2. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Infrastructure is developed in specific geographical areas based on economic potential. Usually starts with transport links, but extends to other infrastructure as well as the “software” for their optimal use. Some Characteristics of Economic Corridors: – Create links to major markets; – With nodal points – centers of enterprise development; – Extend the benefits of improved transport linkages to remote locations and integrates them with more prosperous areas; – Open up investment opportunities; – Promote synergies through the clustering of projects; – Provide demonstration effects. The Economic Corridor Approach

3. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP GMS Economic Corridors

4. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP – Endowed with abundant natural and human resources – Many complementarities among NSEC areas – A “natural” economic corridor Development Potential

5. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP – Serves as one of the main land routes in GMS – Opens up another sea access to landlocked areas – Links the economic hubs in the central and northern areas of the GMS region – Improve infra along the axis of corridor – Serves as principal gateway for China-ASEAN trade Strategic Role in GMS Development

6. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP TOWARD SUSTAINABLE AND BALANCED DEVELOPMENT OF THE NORTH-SOUTH ECONOMIC CORRIDOR Strategic Framework Ultimate GoalsVision Dynamic, progressive, well- integrated Locomotive for socio-economic development Able to attract domestic and foreign investment Functioning as gateway for ASEAN-PRC trade Objectives Generate higher income Increase employment opportunities Reduce income disparities Improve living conditions Ensure that NSEC development is economically, socially and environmentally sustainable Enhance the competitiveness of the corridor Pursue underlying comparative advantages and complementarities

7. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP TOWARD SUSTAINABLE AND BALANCED DEVELOPMENT OF THE NORTH-SOUTH ECONOMIC CORRIDOR Strategic Framework Strategic Priorities Mainstream measures dealing with social and environmental concerns Strengthen physical infra needed for economic integration Facilitate cross-border transport and trade Address human resource constraints Establish/enhance institutional arrangements and mechanisms Objectives Ensure that NSEC development is economically, socially and environmentally sustainable Enhance the competitiveness of the corridor Pursue underlying comparative advantages and complementarities Promote investment in key sectors and development of industrial clusters

8. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Regional development initiative between PRC, Lao PDR, and Thailand. Road project will link 2 rapidly growing economies of PRC and Thailand via Lao PDR. Project will provide access to markets, income and employment opportunities, and enhance tourism development potential in the area. North-South Economic Corridor Project

9. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP North-South Economic Corridor 66.43km – Boten to Louang Namtha (PRC) 75.85km – Louang Namtha to Ban Sod (Lao PDR) 84.00km – Ban Sod to Houayxay (Thailand) 66.43km – Boten to Louang Namtha (PRC) 75.85km – Louang Namtha to Ban Sod (Lao PDR) 84.00km – Ban Sod to Houayxay (Thailand)

10. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Resettlement Plan (PRC) Resettlement Plan (Lao PDR) Resettlement Plan (Thai) Income Restoration Rural Access Road Water and Sanitation Community Infrastructure Env. Impact Assessment & Monitoring Policy and Procedure Stakeholder Analysis Rapid Appraisal and Evaluation NSEC Road Project Resettlement Component Capacity Building Component Special Action Plan Component Road Component Road Upgrading Bridge Construction Ferry Facilities Bypass Road Construction NSEC Project Components

11. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP An additional $8.5m is estimated to complete the repair works on the Thailand section of the road. Total Project Costs

12. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Increase in project cost due to defects, much greater earthworks required, and price escalation. Delay in schedule due to wet season. Road charges cannot be implemented, thus affecting the financial viability and maintenance of the project. Road Component Issues

13. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Available budget for road maintenance is only $130 per km.

14. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP 2,550 people in 502 families were affected. 122 hectares, mainly rice land, and 1.7 hectares of residential land is to be acquired. 543 dwellings, 61 small shops, and 133 rice storage have to be relocated. Delay in the preparation and implementation of resettlement plan. Resettlement Component

15. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Income restoration through fishpond operation, transforming idle lands into productive rice paddies, increasing productivity of existing rice paddies, and backyard hog raising. Construction of water supply system and latrines in selected villages. Construction of access roads to school, cultivation area, within the villages, and improvement of some school yards. SAP Component

16. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Establishment of environmental monitoring plans and procedures. Capacity building of the Environmental Research Institute. SEIA mitigating measures not properly implemented due to non-inclusion in the contract with contractors. No environmental bond required in the contract. Capacity Building Component

17. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Travel time was reduced dramatically by 60%. Vehicle Operating Cost (VOC) is reduced by 43% for cars, 14% for buses, and 21% for heavy trucks. Volume of traffic in the area increased also. Project Outcome

18. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP

19. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Project Impact

20. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP As member of the Project Completion Review Mission (PCRM), you are to evaluate the overall performance of the project. You can use Relevance, Effectiveness, Efficiency, Sustainability, and Impact as basis for evaluation. Analysis should be supported by facts or information provided in the case. Project Completion Report

21. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP

22. Monitoring and Evaluation in the GMS Learning Program 7 – 18 May 2012, Mekong Institute, Khon Kaen, Thailand Randy S. Balaoro, CE, MM, PMP Good luck