On 15–16 April 2025, a two-day seminar titled “Strategic Planning: Module VII – Monitoring, Reporting, and Evaluation” was held in Tashkent. The event focused on the final, yet critically important stages of the strategic planning cycle — implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The seminar was organized by the Agency for Strategic Reforms (ASR) in cooperation with the Central Finance and Contracting Agency (CFCA) of the Republic of Latvia and supported by the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ). The event gathered representatives of more than 30 ministries and government agencies involved in the development of the national strategic planning system.
The agenda covered key aspects of strategy implementation, including the analysis of common challenges during execution and potential solutions. Special emphasis was placed on the importance of monitoring and evaluation as essential tools for making timely and evidence-based management decisions. The seminar also underscored the need for an effective reporting system that ensures transparency and accountability in the implementation of public programs.
Participants explored methods for data collection, processing, and analysis, along with approaches to interpreting information for use in decision-making. Practical sessions covered both primary and secondary data sources, showcasing techniques for data structuring and quality assessment. Participants were introduced to the principles of building monitoring frameworks, tools for data gathering, and best practices for drafting analytical reports.
A dedicated segment of the seminar addressed the evaluation of strategy effectiveness and impact. Discussions focused on the structure of monitoring and evaluation systems, including planning stages, indicator development, data processing, and the formulation of actionable recommendations. Participants highlighted the importance of institutional coordination, stakeholder engagement, and the development of a data-driven governance culture.
The seminar reaffirmed that a systematic, results-oriented approach, based on interagency collaboration and practical use of analytical tools, is essential for building resilient and effective public policy.
