ECLAC inaugurated the virtual course “Introduction to the Formulation and Evaluation of Investment Projects” aimed at officials from Costa Rica

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), through the Latin American and Caribbean Institute for Economic and Social Planning (ILPES), inaugurated the virtual course “Introduction to the Formulation and Evaluation of Investment Projects”, aimed at 121 officials from different agencies of the Government of Costa Rica.

The general objective of the course is to improve the capabilities of participants in the preparation and social evaluation of a public investment project within the framework of the National Public Investment System (SNIP).

During the program, officials learn the conceptual framework of public investment, learn to identify and disaggregate problems, become familiar with the elements to consider when formulating a project, and acquire the theoretical and practical bases for project evaluation.

During the inauguration ceremony, held on Monday, November 18, Marlon Navarro, Vice Minister in the Ministry of Planning (MIDEPLAN) of Costa Rica, referred to the importance of the correct formulation and evaluation of projects to achieve quality initiatives that impact society, and highlighted the effort made by ILPES as a strategic partner of MIDEPLAN.

Francisco Tula, Manager of the Investment Area of ​​MIDEPLAN of Costa Rica, mentioned that this alliance will strengthen the work of the SNIP by strengthening the capacities of people who work on investment projects. The participation of more than 100 people from 40 institutions stood out.

Valeria Torres, Head of the Public Management and Open Government Area of ​​ILPES/ECLAC, also highlighted the joint work of ILPES and MIDEPLAN, as well as the importance of developing projects that allow closing structural gaps and contributing to inclusive and sustainable development. He indicated that strengthening capacities and institutions is key to the necessary transformations towards sustainable development.

Finally, Allegra Baiocchi, Resident Coordinator of the United Nations System in Costa Rica, recognized that this activity allows us to further strengthen the alliance between the United Nations and Costa Rica to promote sustainable productive development and innovative development models to achieve the Development Goals. Sustainable (SDG). So far we have had good results, with 60% of the 2030 Agenda indicators being met in the country, with good public investment being very relevant to ensure the efficient and transparent use of resources, he said.