What is a Country Partnerhip Strategy ? The Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) is the World Bank’s work plan that guides its operations in a country, usually for a period of three to four years. It describes the country's economic and social performance, its main development challenges, and a summary of the government's development strategy. Within this context, it outlines the World Bank's proposed program in the country for the period covered by the CPS. This includes all the Bank's planned operations in the country - lending, analytical work, and technical assistance. The World Bank's proposed program reflects its mandate as an international development institution and what it is most capable of contributing to the country's growth. The CPS is prepared in a participatory manner; its key elements are discussed with the government and broad segments of civil society. However, the CPS is not a negotiated document. Any differences between the country's own development agenda and the strategy advocated by the World Bank are highlighted in the CPS document. The CPS is publicly available after its endorsement by the World Bank's Board of Directors in Washington, and the borrowing country has consented to its public disclosure. Country Partnership Strategy for Bosnia and Herzegovina 2008-2011 The Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) for the period 2008 – 2011 outlines a lending program of about US$ 200 million in support of the country’s main development priorities. With a mix of financial and non-financial services, the World Bank will support the Government to achieve their development goals of improving infrastructure and the investment climate, increasing the efficiency of public spending, and strengthening service delivery - in particular those directed to the most vulnerable segments of the population. The success of the partnership to be pursued under the CPS will be measured by improved infrastructure and services, increased employment opportunities and better quality of life for the people of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ultimately we hope this will translate into an accelerated integration in Europe. Previous Strategies: |
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