Completed examination of reported worker rights violations and labor conditions at airports in Basra, Baghdad, and Erbil. Explanation: The purpose of HRDF is to help fulfill the State Department's mandate to monitor and promote human rights and democracy worldwide. Helped local councils in northern Babil, an area once plagued by violence, conduct their first public meetings since the overthrow of the previous regime. 0000004426 00000 n These projects include support for income generation, prosthetics, and rehabilitation of destroyed homes, schools, and clinics. Black Education Fund And Economic Support Foundation, Inc. is a Florida Domestic Non-Profit Corporation filed on March 26, 1992. Funded the development of peace and reconciliation initiatives through national youth programs. The Iraq Scientist Engagement Program ($7.0 million budgeted for FY08) supports the transition of Iraqi scientists, technicians, and engineers with WMD and missile expertise to sustainable civilian employment in support of Iraqi economic development. Improved availability of potable water and sanitation facilities through small-scale water projects, water system rehabilitation and repair, well-drilling, and solid waste removal. Additional funds could strengthen efforts in fragile contexts where economic instability and hunger cause fragile environments to worsen. CSP implementation often takes place in support of Multinational Force-Iraq (MNF-I) and Iraqi Security Force clear-control-retain operations. This program began last quarter and is currently implementing eight, year-long grants totaling $905,627. Needs are addressed through a range of activities, including increasing the role of the private sector in the economy, assisting in the development of effective . Helps U.S. businesses and entrepreneurs pursue opportunities abroad and promotes responsible business conduct. Support: Programs that support the sustainment and maintenance of enduring security programs, such as life support, security facilities, and training programs. As of March, USAID is managing the implementation of 95 projects totaling just over $12 million, while the Department of State is managing the implementation of $19 million in projects. Detailed Information on the Economic Support Fund - Human Rights and Democracy Fund Assessment. Prison renovation and construction projects should add more than 9,000 bed spaces to the Iraqi federal prison system with facilities to start coming online in late 2008 and through 2009. xA 04 p\GczC. Economic Survey 2021-22. Due to receiving fewer applications than projected during the first round, DED estimated it could award . Increased basic humanitarian assistance and health services to Iraqi refugees in Syria and Jordan. Trained more than 60 farmers on field preparation, planting, and irrigation scheduling for a new variety of maize. Recruited 18 energy experts to assist the ministries in modernizing their operations by streamlining the budget execution, contracting, and procurement process at the Ministries of Oil and Electricity. Funding for the Fogarty . State small business funding support for on-demand workers. trailer Funding in the FY22 . The core responsibility for this role is coordinating across relevant government entities, especially between the State Department and USAID. Supported an agreement of cooperation between affiliates of Iraqi International Transport Federation (ITF) and those of the Iraqi International Chemical Energy and Mine Workers (ICEM), who together pledged to address problems in the Iraqi energy sector. Continued an assessment of policies in the KRG that could enhance private sector productivity and competitiveness. The Ministerial Capacity Development Program ($245 million in ESF) assists the Government of Iraq (GOI) in strengthening the capacity necessary for the effective delivery of public services, particularly in key national ministries (including the Ministries of Finance, Electricity, Oil, Municipalities and Public Works, Water Resources, Planning, Justice, Agriculture, and Health, as well as their Inspectors General) and anti-corruption organizations (including the Commission on Public Integrity and the Board of Supreme Audit). Facebook the Department of State, Foreign Operations and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2019 (Div. And a new State Department Central American regional economic support fund would receive $131 million a dramatic bump from $1.5 million that was specifically earmarked for Guatemala and $2 . In total, $261.448 million in INCLE funds have been appropriated to the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairss Rule of Law program ($91.4 million in the FY 2006 supplemental budget; $20.048 million in the FY 2007 continuing resolution; and $150 million in the FY 2007 supplemental budget). The Quick Response Fund ($135 million in ESF funding) was established and funded in August 2007 to accelerate economic, social, and civil society development within the Iraqi provinces. The agreement identifies project lists for all three sectors and fully obligates the funds available for Infrastructure Security. Projects range in substance from the training of local businessmen, government officials, and professionals, to procuring supplies and providing technical assistance for local government, cooperatives, associations, and non-profit organizations. To date, the fund has completed 367 individual, family, and community projects, with 213 more being implemented. Trained Iraqi women reporters and helped them to publish in European media by linking them with editorial boards of European media outlets. Planned efforts span the essential services of electricity, health care, transportation, communication, water, and sanitation. This quarter, the Embassy approved $63.7 million in funds for projects in Iraq's 18 provinces. e. Infrastructure Security Protection for Oil, Water, and Electricity. The Secretary of Statecreatedthe Office of Foreign Assistancein 2006 toimprove strategic coordination of and oversight overallforeign assistance funding,focusing on efficacy and strategy. By continuing to use this website or clicking on the OK, I agree button, you accept our policy on use of cookies in our, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse & Harassment, Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict, Promotes democracy and human rights programs, which are integral to sustainable development and lasting peace, 821 million people go to bed hungry every night, U.S. Development and Humanitarian Agencies, Interconnection of Development Assistance and Economic Support Fund, Adaptation, Clean Energy, & Sustainable Landscapes, The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB & Malaria, International Fund for Agricultural Development, McGovern-Dole International Food for Education, Labor, Health, & Human Services Appropriations, CDC Emerging & Zoonotic Infectious Diseases. The Empire State Economic Development Fund is flexible, providing a range of assistance to ensure that the state is meeting the diversity of business needs. In collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and several U.S. universities, launched an Engineering Enhancement Program, which offers fellowships and mentoring for Iraqi engineers to improve their technical skill sets. Verified the use of maize to support the local feed grains industry, which had been disrupted in Anbar province by the insurgency. U.S. Code Toolbox. Installation will be complete by mid-2008. With over 112 million tourists visiting the state in 2016, the tourism sector is the largest economic engine for the state, employing a workforce of 1.4 million. This is accomplished through job placements, career transition workshops, collaborations with western and regional counterparts, monthly stipends, and science and industry-based development projects. In total, the Treasury Department is responsible for managing over $1 trillion in American Rescue Plan programs and tax credits. Agreed to fund and install a Judicial Education and Development Institute (JEDI) on the Central Criminal Court-Iraq (CCC-I) campus in Karkh. Conducted six training sessions for the Multi-party Womens Caucus (MPWC), including two media training workshops for five MPWC branches, two strategic planning training sessions for three MPWC branches, and self-empowerment training for the Ninawa MPWC. Facilitated the first in a series of two constituent relations and outreach symposiums in Erbil with MPs, think tank academics, and other NGOs to discuss ways to bridge the communications gap between MPs and their constituents. 80 participants represented Kirkuk, Salah ad Din, Ninawa, the northern provinces, Baghdad, and Diyala. Expanded the Baghdad Amanat Training Center, built with LGP support in 2004, and transferred responsibility for the center to the Iraqi government. economic statecraft agenda, more than 1,000 State Department economic officers promote trade, support U.S exports, and help our companies gain access to overseas markets from Seoul to Sao Paolo. EB promotes a strong American economy by leveling the playing field for American companies doing business in global markets, attracting foreign investors to create jobs in America . 0000003250 00000 n Organized an annual review of the Iraq Research and Development Initiative, where Iraqi researchers and international technical experts identified critical infrastructure projects for commercialization. U.S. Government Implementing Agencies: Department of State and USAID. These efforts include assistance to the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) in the areas of banking supervision, evaluation and enforcement of the reserve requirement, management, data collection, statistical analysis, and information technology management. April 2008, a. 04.27.22. Review of the Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request for the U.S. Department of State recent hearings. The State Department raided $500 million from the Economic Support Fund to pay for its Green Climate Fund contribution. Projects conducted this quarter included electrical capacity development training given to engineers, operators, and technicians from the Iraq Ministry of Electricity. The State Department also provides policy guidance for assistance allocated through the Economic Support Fund (ESF). Funds support trade and capacity building, strengthen independent judiciaries, protect human rights and freedom of the press, combat human trafficking and corruption, increase public accountability access to justice, and protect civil society activists and journalists. Who We Are; What We Do; Who Pays For This . Every day, the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs (EB) creates jobs at home, boosts economic opportunities overseas, and makes America more secure. Most of that aid went toward the Economic Support Fund for Ukraine, at $8.8 billion. Conducted quarterly Business Registry mentoring sessions in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah. Turned over funding and operational responsibilities of the witness security camps to the U.S. Provincial Reconstruction Development Council Funds. Projects include school renovation, internet connectivity through provision of computers and training, sports equipment, and refurbishment of health clinics. The Procurement Assistance Center (PAC) program has assisted the GOI in drafting and enacting new and streamlined procurement regulations and implementing instructions. USAID is working with the GOIs National Center for Consultancy and Management Development to expand and revitalize its training capacities. Completed translation into Kurdish and printing of 1,500 copies of three trade union leadership training manuals. Economic Development & Finance. Supported the Kurdistan Economic Development Organization (KEDO) in holding two entrepreneurship training programs targeting students studying economics and finance at Sulaymaniyah University and Dahuk University. Provided income-generation opportunities targeting IDPs and host families, concentrating on civic improvement and clean-up projects. CBI is also nearing the adoption of a revised Prudential Balance Sheet that meets international standards. <]>> Provided non-formal education activities and sports events to an average of 11,400 youths per week over the quarter. A.2. Technical assistance is also being provided to the Government of Iraq (GOI) to implement a sound and transparent commercial legal framework, including the areas of company law and secured transactions, to foster the rule of law and promote a burgeoning private sector. In addition to Request for $60.4 billion in annual discretionary appropriations, the Budget includes $6.5 billion in mandatory funding for State and USAID over five years to make transformative investments in pandemic and other biological threat preparedness globally in support of U.S. biodefense and pandemic preparedness strategies and plans. Resource Roadmaps Get help navigating some of the challenges and resources available to address the COVID-19 pandemic with our resource roadmaps . Integrity and support projects focus on mitigating specific vulnerabilities through the specific application of equipment or parts (critical surge relief valves, quick response oil repair kits, or security force background vetting) or support activities (training facilities/programs, life support facilities in support of security). 0000004955 00000 n Advisory Commission on Public Diplomacy, U.S. Agency for International Development. Development Assistance & Economic Support Fund, Director, Policy, Budget and Appropriations, We use cookies to facilitate your navigation on this website. The JEDI will be dedicated to training judges and court staff in a variety of subjects in a secure residential environment. Description. . Enrolled and paid tuition costs for up to 1,200 Iraqi children in Jordanian and Syrian schools. The Infrastructure Security Protection (ISP) program ($227 million in ESF funding) plans and executes programs to provide security for infrastructure related to oil, water, and electricity. 0 Oil pipeline exclusion zone projects are being built along the key pipeline corridors of Baiji to Kirkuk, Doura to Hillah, and Baiji to Baghdad. Trained in Jordan 73 representatives of 11 political parties on internal party operations, platform development, internal and external communications, and review of the objectives of a political party. MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE . Supplementary Tables - Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs: FY 2022 . d. Nonproliferation, Antiterrorism, Demining, and Related Projects (NADR), Humanitarian Demining and Small Arms Destruction. Represents the State Department in international trade and policy discussions and provides trade, agricultural, and intellectual property rights protection expertise on foreign policy issues. Leads U.S. government efforts to ensure safe, secure, efficient aviation and maritime transportation networks worldwide. In addition, an average of 500 Iraqis per week participated in CSP's apprenticeship program. Assisting the IHT with preparation of other cases, including the Merchants, Marsh Arabs, and Kuwait cases. Continued working with the UN High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR), International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to identify and implement durable solutions for the Sudanese asylum seekers near Al Rutba in Anbar province. The GOI has committed to re-licensing all relevant software to confirm Iraqs ownership; restarting the server and instructing all spending units to resume data entry; and confirming that the IFMIS is Iraqs official financial system and that the MoF is responsible for connecting final spending units. Revised Provides that, of the $3.34 billion appropriated for the Department of State's Economic Support Fund, funding made available for programs to promote democracy and the rule of law in Venezuela shall be increased by $3 million, from $30 million to $33 million. The Presidents Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Request includes $60.4 billion for the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), $1.9 billion or 3 percent above the Fiscal Year 2022 Request, and $7.4 billion or 14 percent above FY 2021 enacted levels. Continued to assist the Central Organization for Statistics and Information Technology (COSIT) Directorate in preparing a Master Statistical Plan (MSP) for the next five years. Supported a voter education workshop held in Erbil for members of IHECs Public Outreach Division and Capacity Building Division. TITLE I DEPARTMENT OF STATE AND RELATED AGENCY. Completion rates range from contracts being bid out for construction at water treatment plants to nearly-complete projects at electrical substations. Concluded analysis of survey data on the economic outlook and current political situation gathered from more than 1,600 business owners in seven Iraqi cities. The U.S. Trained 60 Iraqi Conflict Assessment Facilitators, representing each province, in conflict analysis and data collection methods. The $245,000 renovation of the Suroor Elementary School in Baghdad. With INL funding and management, USMS has performed security assessments at two of the courthouses this quarter (thirteen in total) and contracts are being awarded to Iraqi construction firms to perform the work. Approved projects are either in the procurement process or have already been awarded. Through the Department of Justice, continued mentoring and training program for Commission on Integrity (formerly known as the Commission on Public Integrity) investigators, including 797 total classroom hours in basic and advanced investigation training. Redundancy: Supplementing existing oil export facilities with additional resources in order to ensure continuity of crude oil exports. Assisted IMCO in beginning clearance of the Iraq-Iran port of entry in Wasit province. Supported a research competition to examine the draft law on provincial elections and its possible ramifications. IFMIS servers have been moved to the Economic Growth II (EGII) compound where several GOI advisors have temporarily moved to continue work. During the quarter the following key projects continue to be executed through the ISP program: The Community Action Program ($149.96 million in ESF funding) builds upon previous community development efforts and further strengthens the links between communities and their governments. Cuts could deepen food insecurity worldwide where. A fund of this size is not going to make much of a contribution to the goal of boosting semiconductor production when a single semiconductor chip fabrication plant, also known as a fab, can run to $10-20 . The course brought together civil servants from various ministries to discuss common experiences and share lessons learned in tackling administrative challenges. The Resource Status of Department of State economic support fund interagency agreements with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Iraq The fund is administered by the Office of Provincial Affairs (OPA) based in Baghdad. Funding for global health security totals $700 million in the bill, accounting for the largest increase in funding for all program areas compared to the FY21 enacted level. These funds support efforts by the Council of Representatives to address a number of important governance issues through the legislative and constitutional process, as well as capacity strengthening for the Independent Higher Electoral Commission of Iraq. The Fund is jointly administered with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in line with the 2020 State-USAID four pillar COVID-19 Recovery Strategy. This includes strengthening local health responses and provision of emergency relief items to vulnerable families. Hired an advisor to assess the status and current operating environment of the Iraqi Justice Integration Project, which is designed to improve coordination and information-sharing among key ministries and courts in Iraqs criminal justice system. 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