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FTAA.sme/inf/84
August 12, 2003

Original: Spanish
Translation: FTAA Secretariat

FTAA – CONSULTATIVE GROUP ON SMALLER ECONOMIES

NICARAGUA

PROJECT PROFILE
NEGOTIATING GROUP ON MARKET ACCESS
 


Introduction

Based on the principles, objectives, and general characteristics of the Hemispheric Cooperation Program, we hereby present the following project profile with a view to building greater capacity to negotiate and administer the FTAA Agreement.
  1. Project title

    “Institutional Strengthening”

  2. Background

    This project came about in response to the need for a free flow of communication with our counterparts at the international level and comprehensive dissemination of the Free Trade Agreements and Treaties (FTAs) to which we are Party, so as to achieve coordination with the private sector, academia, and the wider public.


  3. Rationale

    This project will strengthen trade-related communication networks between all sectors involved at the national and international level.

     
  4. Objectives of the Project:

    Strengthen the communications network to improve information dissemination and coordination.


  5. Inputs: resources needed for the project

    Approximate amount US$297,000.00

    - Hardware
      4 servers (1 for data, 1 web server, 1 for Science and Technology Division, and another for testing)
      Approximate value: USD 6,000 * 5 = USD30,000
      With the following features:
      933 Mhz or 1 Ghz Processor
      256 MB of RAM expandable to 1GB
      6 slots for PCI architecture expansion
      CD ROM
      Backup Unit
    This server does not include the monitor; the backup unit should also be included (battery and stabilizer).

    - Estimated cost of computer equipment: US $ 150,000
      40 computers with Intel Pentium III Processor, 850 Mhz speed,
      256 MB optimum memory – Minimum 128 MB,
      60 GB hard drive
      CD-ROM Unit
      Network card 10/100
      Fax MODEM
      15” Monitor
      Sound and video (optional)
      Floppy 1.44 MB
      Backup unit (include support unit, stabilizer, and battery)
      15 Laptop or notebook with network card (these are for the negotiators and the computer systems team)
  6. Expected results

    The Ministry of Industry and Trade and its negotiators expect to benefit from this project once it has been executed, as it will provide all the tools needed for effective negotiation and for signing agreements and treaties that will yield benefits for the private sector, academia, and the wider public.

     
  7. Other relevant information
     
 
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