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What is the Seventh National Development Plan (7 th NDP)?
The Seventh National Development Plan will set a results-oriented integrated development framework for the Republic of Maldives for the medium-term embracing all aspects of both social and economic development. Its primary objectives are:
- reduce vulnerability and poverty through human development and wider employment opportunities;
- improve access to opportunities and services through regional development and population and development consolidation;
- achieve development beyond pre-tsunami levels though rapid recovery and reconstruction;
- promote good governance through strengthening legal, administrative and political institutions and civil society;
- promote sustainable and equitable economic and social development through economic diversification and promotion of corporate social responsibility; and
- strengthen family values and national unity through social, cultural and religious harmony.
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How is the NDP being prepared?
The NDP is being prepared in 8 phases:
Phase 1: Background Studies and Review of the Sixth National Development Plan
Phase 2: Sectoral Strategic Planning
Phase 3: First draft Sectoral Strategies
Phase 4: Participatory Workshops
Phase 5: Financial breakdown by sectors
Phase 6: Plan Compilation
Phase 7: Plan Refinement and Completion
Phase 8: Government approval
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Who is taking part in the preparation process of the 7th NDP?
The NDP is being prepared through an extensive consultation process, including social partners, non-governmental organisations, interest groups, and government agencies and international development partners. The final plan will reflect the broad consensus in the consultation process as to the future development needs of the country.
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Where can I find out more about the 7th NDP?
Further information on the 7 th NDP is available from:
Development Planning
Ministry of Planning and National Development
Male'
Tel: (960) 332 3919
Fax: (960) 332 7351
Email: devplan@planning.gov.mv
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