Part I. Participant Selection Criteria

The online training targets mid-level officials from national ministries and provincial government departments, academic institutions and members of business associations from the Lancang-Mekong countries namely;
  • Government representatives (including ministries of planning, finance, and commerce, agencies responsible for the development of SEZs, customs officials),
  • Private sector representatives (from business associations, exporter associations, banks, SEZ developers and managers, etc.)
  • Faculties from universities and other experts 

In general, participants should;
  • Have at least 3-5 years of experience in SEZ/CBEZ development, policy, and strategy from the government, private or academic sectors;
  • Have a university degree in economics, planning, political or other social sciences;
  • Be able to communicate (speak, understand, read and write) at an understandable level in English;
  • Have sufficient professional capacity to actively participate cross-culturally at international level;
  • Be in good health both physically and mentally;
  • Be able to attend the entire online course. 

In addition, MI encourages;
  • The participation of women and minorities;
  • The participation of persons from border areas with other neighboring target countries or those who may otherwise be engaged in cross-border or regional trade and investment. 
Important criteria for participant selection are English language proficiency and the ability to commit themselves to full attendance and course requirements.

Online Training Package
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. A lump sum amount of USD 100 will be paid to participants (as per country-wise quota under the project) to cover internet costs. The payment will be made to those who will complete the full e-training course and commit to roll out his/her action plans in his/her home country

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