The project aims at contributing to the improvement of the institutional and business environment and to private sector development by (i)streamlining licenses/permits requirements and processes related to the mining activities and (ii) supporting the establishment of the improved institutional and policy framework around the promotion of local content in the Mining Sector and the enhancement of MNE-domestic firm linkages. To achieve these outcomes, 1) On the indicator based reform area, the project aims at reducing in the average time for resolving commercial disputes and implementing at least 2 additional DB reforms on areas including trade across borders 2) on the licensing front: the project aims at reduction of the mining sector compliance costs, enhance transparency and predictability of the mining licensing and inspection regime to reduce risks for business, create an effective and efficient government to business (G2B) services through the establishment and operationalization a functional mining licensing one stop service center (guichet unique) which would coordinate with relevant authorities and facilitate/accelerate the delivery of licenses. This will accelerate mining operations with positive impacts on fiscal revenues, local employment and procurement opportunities for local firms. 2) On the local content front: The project will help elaborate and implement the local content promotion policy (DVA policy) for the mining sector through support for the development and implementation of the strategic plan for the implementation of the policy with the ultimate goal to increase benefits to the local economy.The project aims at contributing to the improvement of the Guinea's business environment and to private sector development by (i) Improving the legal and regulatory environment for businesses to operate; (ii) streamlining licenses/permits requirements related to the mining activities and (iii) supporting the establishment of the improved policy framework around the promotion of local content in the Mining Sector to enhance MNE-domestic firm linkages

Indicator	Calendar Year 2020 Results	Cumulative Results as of 2020
Number of training modules and new products developed	Not Available	9
Number of workshops, training events, seminars, conferences, etc.	4	21
Number of entities receiving advisory services	Not Available	12
Number of women participants in workshops, training events, seminars, conferences, etc.	Not Available	377
Number of new laws/regulations/amendments/codes/government policies drafted, or contributed to the drafting	1	18
Number of participants in workshops, training events, seminars, conferences, etc.	Not Available	1,536
Number of participants reporting satisfied or very satisfied with workshops, trainings, seminars, conferences, etc.	Not Available	10
Number of procedures/firm-level policies/practices/standards recommended for improvement or elimination	Not Available	15
Number of reports (assessments, surveys, manuals, Phase I/strategic option reports, research, analytical, evaluations, etc.) completed	1	10
Number of entities that implemented recommended changes	Not Available	10
Implemented reforms supporting private sector development	4	11
Number of recommended procedures/firm-level policies/practices/standards that were improved or eliminated	Not Available	2
Number of women participants in workshops, training events, seminars, conferences, etc.	Not Available	377
Number of women trained by project-trained people and/or institutions	88	206
Direct compliance cost savings (US$)	Not Available	Not Available

Performance Standard	Description & Potential Impact	Mitigation
PS 1. Assessment and Management of Environmental and Social Risks and Impacts	Mining projects in areas rise expectations among local communities. A clear communication and fair treatment of those impacted by mining operation is key.	The T & C team will provide advice on the adequate communication to prepare to manage expectation and on right policies to ensure investments in the mining industry in this region trickles down to the local communities.