Events
Workshop on transparency in extractive industries
When
15 June 2009 (All day) - 16 June 2009 (All day)
Where
Aktau, Kazakhstan
Organized by
OSCE Centre in Astana, Soros Foundation Kazakhstan, Eco Mangistau
The topic of this workshop is "Models of effective co-operation between Government, the extractive industry and civil society at the local level".
The objective is to analyse and develop models of co-operation between all stakeholders in the extractive industry value chain and encourage public participation in decision-making on social infrastructure projects.
The workshop will bring together around 40 participants from government authorities, non-governmental organizations, extractive companies and international organizations as well as other international experts.
Specific topics for discussion will include the facilitation of public oversight of government and industry, possibilities for regional citizens advisory councils and the introduction of international best practices in Kazakhstan's regions.