Four years after the tsunami, the reconstruction of the province of Aceh in Indonesia is nearing its end, with houses, infrastructure and social services almost fully rebuilt and restored. It has been one of the largest reconstruction efforts in the developing world, with over US$7 billion committed to rebuild the province, of which a large share has been already spent.
After nearly 30 years of conflict, Aceh is now in peace and the economy has been growing for the past few years. Progress has been substantial, and this site monitors Aceh’s reconstruction progress and the development of the local economy.Aceh Reconstruction Progress
More than half of the allocated funds have now been spent on Aceh’s reconstruction. To monitor the progress of reconstruction and get the latest updates, click here Economic Development
Aceh’s poverty level has fallen since the reconstruction program started, whilst at the same time there has been strong economic growth and declining inflation. Find out more here Public Finance
For a detailed analysis of Aceh's revenues, expenditures and fiscal management at the district and provincial levels, and also analysis on central government funds spent in the region, click here World Bank Programs
The World Bank’s development program in Aceh and Nias precedes the tsunami and began in 1998. Now, it also coordinates neraly US$700 million of the Mutli-Donor Fund. Click here for an update on World Bank activities in Aceh and Nias. Aceh History
The tsunami caused US$4.5 billion worth of damages to the Aceh province, but in the immediate aftermath 30 years of conflict also came to an end. Find out more about Aceh’s colourful history here | |
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