Kazakhstan: Strengthening the National Statistical System (KAZSTAT)

IBRD Loan: US$20 million
Total Project Cost: US$22.81 million
Terms: Maturity = 25 years;
Grace = 5 years
Project ID: P120985

Project Description: The objective of the Project is to strengthen the National Statistical System of Kazakhstan, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the national statistical system to provide relevant, timely and reliable data in line with internationally accepted methodology and best practices.

This project has 7 components:

1. Component 1 will improve the institutional framework and operations of the statistical system.
2. Component 2 focuses on information and communication systems and physical infrastructure improvement.
3. Component 3 concerns human resources improvement.
4. Component 4 will improve statistical infrastructure, standards and methodology.
5. Component 5 will work on better relations between users and providers.
6. Component 6 will focus on individual subject matter programs and methodologies.
7. Component 7 concerns project management.