The project database provides concrete insights into the international cooperation work of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO). You can filter for projects by topic, country and project owner (either the SDC or SECO).
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Market Access of Products of Terroir - Tunisia, Phase I
01.11.2013
- 31.12.2019
The project aims at improving performance, market access and socio-economic conditions of the the harissa (chili pepper paste), the fig of Djebba and the prickly pear value chains in Tunisia. It strengthens the governance, the productivity, the quality compliance with labels and the product development of these products.
Energy districts in Colombia
01.11.2013
- 31.07.2019
The project will intervene in two strategic lines. On the one hand it will support the implementation of a high-impact pilot energy district in Medellin that will allow the complete elimination of old and highly energy-consuming ODS coolers. On the other hand it will provide technical assistance for the development of technical, institutional and financial sustainable mechanisms to promote the replication of several energy districts in the five main Colombian cities (Bogotá, Medellin, Cali, Barranquilla and Cartagena) as an environmentally secure and energy-efficient alternative for the thermal regulation of buildings.
Public Financial Management Colombia, Reform Process, Phase I
01.10.2013
- 31.03.2022
The programs aims at strengthening the capacities of the Ministry of Finance and Public Credit (MHCP), the National Planning Department (DNP), and the Nation’s General Acountant Office (CGN) in the management of selected public finances issues.
Cities Alliance Partnership, 1. Phase
01.10.2013
- 31.12.2017
The Cities Alliance (CA) is a global multi-stakeholder partnership for urban poverty reduction and promotion of the role of cities in sustainable development. The stakeholders include local authorities, governments of developing and developed countries, non-governmental organizations and international and multilateral organizations.
Consolidation Local Organic Certification Bodies in Eastern Europe
01.10.2013
- 31.12.2018
Organic is a rapidly growing global business with growth rates in consumption of around 5 to 10% in industrialized countries. For the sound development of the organic sector in SECO partner countries, credible and affordable local organic certification services play a key role.
Kosovo Inter-Ministerial Water Council (2013-2020)
01.09.2013
- 30.04.2020
The Kosovo Inter-Ministerial Water Council (IMWC) aims at integrating water issues in the Kosovo Government development policies. The project supports the "IMWC Support Project Team", which will elaborate policies and reform processes, propose them to the IMWC and support the implementation process of the approved tasks.
Public Financial Management Indonesia, Phase II
01.09.2013
- 31.08.2020
The Public Finance Management Multi Donors Trust Fund in Indonesia - implemented by the World Bank - contributes to the socio-economic development of the country through an improved collection, allocation, usage and control of public resources.
Kocani Waste Water Treatment, North Macedonia
01.09.2013
- 30.06.2024
The project will finance the building of a waste water treatment plant in the city of Kocani. It will improve the water quality of one of the main rivers in the country. The project contributes to the sustainable development of the Kocani region through protection of the natural resources. This will promote the economic development of the region.
Trade Promotion Organic Cotton Burkina Faso, Phase III
23.07.2013
- 31.12.2017
This consolidation phase continues to aim at alleviating poverty of small and medium sized cotton farmers through the development of certified organic and fair trade cotton value chains for the international market. The focus will be on assuring the economic and institutional viability of the program. This shall be achieved by improving the market orientation of the organic value chain development, by strengthening portfolio and business management of the partner institutions, and by shaping a conducive environment for the development of the organic sector.
Trade Promotion Organic Cotton Mali, Phase III
23.07.2013
- 31.12.2018
This consolidation phase continues to aim at alleviating poverty of small and medium sized cotton farmers through the development of certified organic and fair trade cotton value chains for the international market. The focus is on assuring the economic and institutional viability of the program. This shall be achieved by improving the market orientation of the organic value chain development, by strengthening portfolio and business management of the partner institutions, and by shaping a conducive environment for the development of the organic sector.
International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions, Partnership 2013-2020
15.07.2013
- 31.12.2018
Strengthening Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) is critical to help ensure the sound use of public resources - including aid funds - in developing countries. SAIs provide external oversight of the use of public funds and are a key component of accountability and the separation of powers within every Public Financial Management system.
Roundtable for Sustainable Biomass
01.07.2013
- 30.06.2017
The RSB was created in 2006 to develop a consensus among industry, governments and civil society on global sustainable production principles for biofuels. The resulting standard and certification system is globally recognized as the most credible reference for sustainable biofuel and bioenergy production.
