INDIA, NEPAL: Revised Agreement between His Majesty's Government of Nepal and the Government of India on the Kosi Project

Through the Revised Agreement on The Kosi Project, His Majesty's Government (HMG) of Nepal and the Government of India (the Union) amended their commitment to the Kosi Project. The Agreement shall come into force from the date of signatures of the authorised representatives of HMG and the Union respectively and thereafter, it shall remain valid for a period of 199 years.

NEPAL: Memorandum of Understanding concerning the Execution of Upper Karnali Hydropower Project in Nepal

This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) represents a commitment between the Government of Nepal, represented by Ministry of Water Resources (MOWR) and GMR-ITD Consortium, comprising of GMR Energy Limited (GEL), a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956 of the Republic of India, GMR Infrastructure Limited (GIL), a company incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956 of the Republic of India, India and Italian-Thai Development Public Company Limited (ITD),a company incorporated under the appropriate laws of Thailand (GMR-ITD). The MOU concerns the Execution of Upper Karnali Hydropower Project in Nepal and it was signed in 2008. For the purpose of developing the Project, GMR-ITD shall enter into an agreement with Nepal Electricity Authority to establish a Joint Venture Company (JVC).

INDIA, NEPAL: Agreement between the Government of Nepal and the Government of the Republic of India on Electric Power Trade, Cross-Border Transmission Interconnection and Grid Connectivity

The Agreement on Electric Power Trade (PTA), Cross-Border Transmission Interconnection and Grid Connectivity between the Government of Nepal and the Government of the Republic of India was issued in 2014. The Agreement testifies the Parities' mutual trust and will to cooperate in the development of electricity, in order to meet the socio-economic development and progress of their peoples.

AFGHANISTAN, BANGLADESH, BHUTAN, INDIA, MALDIVES, NEPAL, PAKISTAN, SRI LANKA: SAARC Framework Agreement for Energy Cooperation (Electricity)

The SAARC Framework Agreeement for Energy Cooperation (Electricity) was issued by the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) Member States, comprising Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka in 2014. The document provides for details on the agreement to cooperate in the power sector of the SAARC Member States.

CAMBODIA: Electricity Law of the Kingdom of Cambodia 2001 (2015 Ed.)

The Electricity Law of the Kingdom of Cambodia, promulgated on 2 February 2001 (amended in 2007 and 2015), regulates power sector licensing. The Electricity Law sets a framework for the electric power supply, provision of services, and use of electricity and other associated activities of power sector.

CAMBODIA: National Poverty Reduction Strategy 2003-2005

The National Poverty Reduction Strategy (NPRS) lays out the key priorities for Cambodia to implement over the next three years in order to meet the poverty reduction goals of the RGC. The NPRS adopts a comprehensive approach, outlining pro-poor actions to improve rural livelihoods, promote job opportunities, ensure better health, nutrition and education outcomes, and to reduce vulnerability.

NEPAL: Hydropower Development Policy, 2058 (2001)

The Hydropower Development Policy, 2001 was approved by His Majesty's Government on 15 October 2001. The policy defines Water resources important natural resources for the economic development of Nepal. In particular, hydropower development in Nepal could contribute to the development of not only the national economy but also the regional economy. To this end generation and consumption of water resources should be augmented. The document addresses: 1. Background; 2. Rationale; 3. Objectives; 4. Strategies; 5. Policies; 6. Provisions vis-à-vis Working Policy/hydropower development.

NEPAL: Hydropower Development Policy, 2049 (1992)

The 1992 Hydropower Development Policy, focuses on the development of hydropower energy in Nepal as a source of development, to meet the interim demand of the country both in rural and urban areas. In particular, it underlines the necessity to extend proper distribution system in the rural areas where electrification has not been done and also to develop hydropower of the country by motivating national and foreign private investors in the electricity sector. The document addresses: 1. Background; 2. Objectives; 3. Policies; 4. Works to be done for the Development of Hydropower.

KAZAKHSTAN: Concept for the Development of the Fuel and Energy Sector until 2030

It is a strategic policy document developed in response to existing environmental concerns. Main objectives and areas of concern are represented by the development of an appropriate regulatory framework and incentives on sustainable and renewable energy, the adapatation to climate change and the addressing of the challenges associated with reducing carbon dependency. The Concept aims to increase efficiency in resources utilization, proposes measures for modernization of existing infrastructure, protection of the environment, in a broader term, for enhancing the energy security of Kazakhstan. The Concept analyzes existing environmental threats, in response to these issues requires to formulate effective policy measures coherent with global initiatives.

AZERBAIJAN: State Program for the Development of Fuel and Energy Sector of the Republic of Azerbaijan (2005-2015)

Advances in the fuel and energy sector - an essential integral element of Azerbaijan economy – have generated substantial economic gains over the past several decades. The State Program for Development of Fuel and Energy Sector in Azerbaijan (2005-2015) developed pursuant to the Presidential Executive Order № 635 dated 14 February 2005 lays the ground for sustainable and robust development of the industry. The policy sets targets for various sub-sectors within the industry and provides a set of specific measures aimed at achieving the established goals within the next decade. The overall goal of the State Program is to meet fully the demand for electricity, gas and other types of energy through continued development of the fuel and energy sector. --- An emphasis is placed on high-impact cooperation opportunities and synergies with partners.