Ministry of East Africa Community, The ASALS and Regional Development

We acknowledge the need to support policy dialogue among stakeholders in the public policy space to explore and discuss potential areas and opportunities to exploit in forging a common front to accelerate the achievement of sustainable and inclusive development. [...] sufficient water in Ministry of Water, Sanitation and ASALs Recommendation Irrigation • Invest in the development and maintenance of water infrastructure, including water treatment plants, distribution networks, and storage facilities, for reliable access to clean and safe piped water to enhance the quality of life, health, and economic opportunities of communities in ASALs. [...] • The diversity and richness of tangible and intangible cultural resources and cultural heritage, including traditional crafts, music, dance, and storytelling, which can support the preservation and promotion of these cultural assets, allowing local communities to benefit from their unique traditions. [...] • Design and promote heritage trails and routes that connect significant cultural and archaeological sites in ASALs in collaboration with local communities to ensure their involvement in the management and interpretation of these trails. [...] • Opportunity for development of roads and border crossing points Ministry of Transport and to enhance logistics and trade.