RESTRICTEDWORLD TRADE
ORGANIZATIONWT/IFSC/W/10
30 April 2002
(02-2456)
Integrated Framework Steering Committee
IMPLEMENTATION  OF THE INTEGRATED FRAMEWORK PILOT SCHEME IN
CAMBODIA, MADAGASCAR, AND MAURITANIA
Summing-up by the Chairman, Ambassador H.R. Iversen, of the discussion
under Point C of the Agenda of the Fourth Session of the
Integrated Framework Steering Committee, 8 March 2002
1. I will try to draw some conclusions which will reflect what we have discussed, and which I
hope will help us in the important issue of bringing the whole process further.
2. First, as far as the three Pilot Countries are concerned, the diagnostic studies and the
prioritised matrices for technical assistance have been a success.  We have a clear picture of what is
needed, and the impact actions taken could have.  Two countries have held IF roundtables (Cambodia
and Mauritania), and the third, Madagascar, will hold one as soon as the domestic situation permits it.
It is therefore necessary to proceed to the second stage.
3. Second, the main responsibility of coordi nating the follow up, following the logic of
mainstreaming trade into development plans, clearl y lies with the beneficiary countries in their
capitals.
4. Third, bilateral donors and agencies have made useful and positive statements, showing they
are ready to move further.  All of them have indica ted that they will, within their respective capacities
and mandates, contribute to the continuing endeavour.  Recipient countries have taken this on board
and appear to have clear ideas as to whom they should address themselves. Beneficiaries may express
preferences as to which partner could play the role of lead donor (not donor of last resort) with themon coordinating follow-up.
5. Fourth, while it is not possible to formally appoint lead donors or agencies at this stage, we
have indications to suggest that there will be beneficiary countries will be able to work in partnership
with lead bilateral donor or multilateral agency on th e other, in order to carry the process to the next
step.
6. Lastly, the idea, suggested by some speakers, of using trust fund money to facilitate
coordination in the second stage could be explored.  This could be complicated as it involves financial
rules, and we need to see if donors would be willing to accept such a use of their contributions.  But it
is a good idea, and I will see if by the next meeting we can make progress on the matter.  As your
Chairman I will try and consult with interested parties.
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