Project Information Document/ Integrated Safeguards Data Sheet (PID/ISDS) Concept Stage Date Prepared/Updated: 30-Jun-2016 Report : PIDISDSC19358 Jul 01, 2016 Page 1 of 6
BASIC INFORMATION A. Basic Project Data Country Project ID Parent Project ID (if any) Project Name World P160877 test project for lending FN 1 (P160877) Region Estimated Appraisal Date Estimated Board Date Lending Instrument OTHER Jul 07, 2016 Sep 15, 2016 Investment Project Financing Borrower(s) Implementing Agency NEPAL Ministry of Federal Affairs and Local Development Financing (in USD Million) Financing Source Amount Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund 0.01 Borrower 0.00 ARGENTINA: Eeport Credit Insurance Co. 0.00 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development 0.00 International Development Association (IDA) 0.00 IDA Grant 0.00 Total Project Cost 0.10 Environmental Assessment Category B-Partial Assessment Concept Review Decision Track I-The review did authorize the preparation to continue Other Decision (as needed) Type here to enter text B. Introduction and Context Country Context When she was a little girl in the Philippines, communications officer Pabsy Pabalan was barred by her brother from touching his impressive collection of Star Wars toys. But with the stealth of a Jedi warrior, she once managed to spirit away the Millennium Falcon for an epic adventure. Jul 01, 2016 Page 2 of 6
The Star Wars franchise has a strong following in her country and Pabsy became, as she put it, "a mild, mid-range fan." (Her colleagues suggest she's closer to a Hard Core fan with her own collection of toys and some rocking fashion accessories.) Sectoral and Institutional Context Which explains why she was so excited to interview the renowned law professor and author Cass Sunstein about his most recent book, "The World According to Star Wars." Pabsy showed up well prepared for the interview. She had two books about Star Wars, her own unique Star Wars t-shirt and some serious questions about how the Star Wars Saga can provide lessons in international development. She asked Sunstein if we need heroes to end extreme poverty and wanted to know what villains they encounter in their epic quest. She also asked the author how Star Wars can help us mobilize and engage people to tackle issues that affect the poor. Sunstein was prepared with some interesting plot twists in the narrative of development. For him, the real heroes are the ordinary people around the world who try to make a better life for their families every day, even though their strength and sacrifices are rarely recognized by a large audience. As for the villains, they are the individuals who prey on our fears. Relationship to CPF "In a way this book is a validation of my own life experience," says Pabsy. "I was in the Philippines working in the entertainment business and I had never envisioned that I would work at the World Bank in Washington DC. And yet here I am. It shows that no matter how much planning we do, life takes its own path, the important thing as the book says is to be prepared for the forks in the road and be flexible and adaptable." C. Proposed Development Objective(s) When she was a little girl in the Philippines, communications officer Pabsy Pabalan was barred by her brother from touching his impressive collection of Star Wars toys. But with the stealth of a Jedi warrior, she once managed to spirit away the Millennium Falcon for an epic adventure. The Star Wars franchise has a strong following in her country and Pabsy became, as she put it, "a mild, mid-range fan." (Her colleagues suggest she's closer to a Hard Core fan with her own collection of toys and some rocking fashion accessories.) Which explains why she was so excited to interview the renowned law professor and author Cass Sunstein about his most recent book, "The World According to Star Wars." Jul 01, 2016 Page 3 of 6
Pabsy showed up well prepared for the interview. She had two books about Star Wars, her own unique Star Wars t- shirt and some serious questions about how the Star Wars Saga can provide lessons in international development. She asked Sunstein if we need heroes to end extreme poverty and wanted to know what villains they encounter in their epic quest. She also asked the author how Star Wars can help us mobilize and engage people to tackle issues that affect the poor. Sunstein was prepared with some interesting plot twists in the narrative of development. For him, the real heroes are the ordinary people around the world who try to make a better life for their families every day, even though their strength and sacrifices are rarely recognized by a large audience. As for the villains, they are the individuals who prey on our fears. Key Results (From PCN) The other message that resonates with her: That human beings are flawed and complicated, and yet we all crave love and acceptance. These lessons from Star Wars apply to the work of the World Bank Group. Yes, we focus on data and numbers and results. But we always try to remember that at the other end of our data are real people. As Pabsy said, "In a way, to use a Star Wars analogy, we here at the bank are part of the 'core'. We have to make sure to give voice to people in the 'outskirts' and to bring them to the core." D. Concept Description When she was a little girl in the Philippines, communications officer Pabsy Pabalan was barred by her brother from touching his impressive collection of Star Wars toys. But with the stealth of a Jedi warrior, she once managed to spirit away the Millennium Falcon for an epic adventure. The Star Wars franchise has a strong following in her country and Pabsy became, as she put it, "a mild, mid-range fan." (Her colleagues suggest she's closer to a Hard Core fan with her own collection of toys and some rocking fashion accessories.) Which explains why she was so excited to interview the renowned law professor and author Cass Sunstein about his most recent book, "The World According to Star Wars." SAFEGUARDS A. Project location and salient physical characteristics relevant to the safeguard analysis (if known) Jul 01, 2016 Page 4 of 6
B. Borrower s Institutional Capacity for Safeguard Policies C. Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialists on the Team D. Policies that might apply Safeguard Policies Triggered? Explanation (Optional) Environmental Assessment OP/BP 4.01 Natural Habitats OP/BP 4.04 Forests OP/BP 4.36 Pest Management OP 4.09 Physical Cultural Resources OP/BP 4.11 Indigenous Peoples OP/BP 4.10 Involuntary Resettlement OP/BP 4.12 Safety of Dams OP/BP 4.37 Projects on International Waterways OP/BP 7.50 Projects in Disputed Areas OP/BP 7.60 TBD Yes E. Safeguard Preparation Plan Tentative target date for preparing the Appraisal Stage PID/ISDS Jul 08, 2016 Time frame for launching and completing the safeguard-related studies that may be needed. The specific studies and their timing should be specified in the Appraisal Stage PID/ISDS con 1 CONTACT POINT World Bank Rajinikanth Pattabiraman Jul 01, 2016 Page 5 of 6
Senior IT Officer, Business Solutions II Borrower/Client/Recipient NEPAL Implementing Agencies Ministry of Federal Affairs and Local Development sundar K Mr rkonumuri@worldbankgroup.org FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT The InfoShop 1818 H Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20433 Telephone: (202) 458-4500 Fax: (202) 522-1500 Web: http://www.worldbank.org/infoshop APPROVAL Task Team Leader(s): Rajinikanth Pattabiraman Approved By Safeguards Advisor: Ruth Shiny Konumuri 30-Jun-2016 Practice Manager/Manager: Shobana Bathrinath 01-Jul-2016 Country Director: Ruth Shiny Konumuri 01-Jul-2016 Jul 01, 2016 Page 6 of 6