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| Local Authorities International Cooperation Specialist Dispatch Project |
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After years of service in local governments, officials accumulate a wealth of knowledge in their area of speciality. These people are a valuable human resource whose skills can be harnessed to assist local governments overseas, especially within the Asia-Pacific region.
CLAIR maintains a database of suitable candidates with expertise in a diverse range of fields. As of 2010, 1364 people are registered with the programme, including both currently serving officials and those who have retired. CLAIR receives requests from local governments around the world, and selects suitable specialists to be sent directly to the host country. They provide the host institution with the benefit of their accumulated knowledge and skills in areas ranging from environmental protection and education to welfare and agriculture. This has the added benefit of strengthening the bonds of trust and cooperation between local governments in Japan and those across the globe.
A recent example is the dispatch of local officials to assist in recovery operations after a major earthquake struck Sichuan, China. |
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