COOPERATION

Cooperation has been viewed as a key element for conflict resolution at the local, national, regional and international levels, and for its achievement effective and impartial mechanisms and mediatory roles are suggested. As a pre-requisite, an effective and accurate system of information sharing and adherence to the principles of equity has been proposed. The actions proposed in the FFA are

• Put in place a Management Information System which disseminates accurate and timely information to all Stakeholders.

• To have forums for discussion of key issues at the village level, regional level and national level!.

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT (R&O)

Within the limited resources available to the country, It is proposed to emphasize the application of research results obtained from around the world by developing and testing through pilot programmes and demonstration projects. Technologies suited to the local conditions. For this purpose the research work has to be carried out in a collaborating mode by establishing 'networks' of research Institutes The actions proposed in the FFA are:

• Entrust to PCRWR the lead role for developing, in consultation with all development agencies. A National Research Agenda.

• Establish a limited number of research 'networks for specific topics Impacting on the FFA