Country Assistance Program Evaluation for Afghanistan

This first country assistance program evaluation report for Afghanistan, provides an independent assessment of ADB‘s strategy and program in Afghanistan covering the period from ADB‘s reengagement with the country in 2002 through 2011. During this period, support approved by ADB totaled $2,732 million, 65% of which came from grants. ADB‘s operations in Afghanistan have continued under highly uncertain, extremely difficult, and risky conditions with the continued dedication and hard work of staff. Initial years called for an emergency approach for infrastructure provision, and ADB responded to this urgency. Situations of emergency call for quick actions. Equally important, they stress the need for protocols and quality standards in order to ensure effectiveness and sustainability of outcomes.