The Government-Donor Coordination Committee (GDCC) and Technical Working Groups (TWGs) in Cambodia: A Review

Since December 2004, the TWG-GDCC mechanism has proceeded largely on a "learning by doing" basis. Over the past 18 months, some TWGs are perceived to have functioned well, some are beginning to come to grips with issues but some others are not demonstrating much progress. GDCC, whose evolution is considered very positive, is also seen as in need of a sharper focus. As a result, in the past few months some concerns have been voiced from both within RGC and amongst DPs about the functioning of this mechanism, especially the role and function of TWGs in this new mechanism, principles to govern its functioning, and the linkages with other ministries and agencies and consultation bodies such as the annual Consultative Group meeting. The need to have a fresh look at them has been widely expressed with a view to rationalize, streamline and strengthen their functioning and improve their efficiency and effectiveness.