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Bibliography compiled by Lorena Ibargüen Tinley in 2004.
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Contreras-Hermosilla, A. & Global Witness 2003, Strategies to reduce legal barriers in the forestry sector
Abstract: This paper examines strategies and methods to combat illegal logging and the black market in forest products. The author divides these strategies in 5 major groups:
- reform of the political and legal framework,
- strengthening government institutions,
- measures to improve the interface between government and the private sector,
- providing better information and data concerning the management of national forest resources and
- better use of international schemes and agreements.
These methods and strategies, the author states, should be analyzed and implemented in the light of each particular national context.
Keywords: forest policy/illegal logging/strategies for forest law enforcement/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Contreras, H. & Global Witness 2003, Emerging best practices for combating illegal activities in the forest sector
Abstract: This document examines some of the most important options for combating illegal activities in the sector. The author points out that the proper application, sequencing and/or feasibility of the actions proposed will depend on each country's political, social and economic context. Some of the actions mentioned are:
- simplifying norms and reducing their number
- clear property rights
- certification schemes
- independent forest monitoring
- increased information and disseminate knowledge / collection of baseline data
- bilateral agreements
Keywords: certification/governance/illegal timber trade/independent forest monitoring/trade/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1995, Forests, famine and war. The key to Cambodia's future
Abstract: This briefing document prepared by Global Witness reveals the architects and beneficiaries of Cambodia's timber trade, including the Royal Government of Cambodia and the Khmer Rouge, and its effect on the environment and the human population
Keywords: Cambodia/forests/trade/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1996, Cambodia, where money grows on trees. Continuing abuses of Cambodia's forest policy
Abstract: This document compares the promises made by the Royal Government of Cambodia at the 1996 Consultative Group meeting with the actions taken by the government in the following months. It looks into the Thai companies that have forestry activities in Cambodia, the illegal logging and timber movements into Laos and Thailand, as well as the role of the Steering Committee established to oversee forest policy.
Keywords: Cambodia/forest policy/illegal logging/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1996, Corruption, war and forest policy
Abstract: This document examines deforestation in Cambodia, focusing on the role of the Royal Government of Cambodia in its destruction and the continued involvement of the Thai government and military with the Khmer Rouge in the cross border trade in timber. The document contains two main sections; the first is an examination of the RGC's forest policy and the realities of the corrupt and illegal trade. The second part focuses on Thailand's continued role as a major importer of Cambodian timber.
Keywords: Cambodia/corruption/deforestation/forest policy/trade/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1997, Just deserts for Cambodia? Deforestation and the Co-Prime Ministers' legacy to the country
Abstract: This document is a review of the developments in the forestry sector in Cambodia over the previous year. The report gives evidence in relation to the hard work of many individuals and agencies within the Royal Government of Cambodia and the international community, that have resulted in significant improvements in forest policy reform, but that the forests continued to be destroyed with the sanction of the co-Prime Ministers and the power of the armed forces
Keywords: Cambodia/communities/deforestation/forest policy/forestry reform/forests/timber trade/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1997, A tug of war. The struggle to protect Cambodia's forests
Abstract: This document highlights significant events surrounding the Cambodian forest policy in 1996 and follows the government's progress in implementing the pledges it made at the Tokyo Consultative Group meeting in July 1996. It goes on to report on the efficacy of the timber ban, the role of the other regional governments and raises concerns on activities of foreign concessionaires within the country
Keywords: Cambodia/forest policy/forests/timber trade/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1998, Going places...Cambodia's future on the move
Abstract: A review of the developments in the forestry sector in Cambodia in 1997. The report notes that the rate of forest destruction accelerated following the July 1997 coup d'etat, in part due to the high costs being borne by the political parties in the lead up to the election
Keywords: Cambodia/corruption/forest policy/illegal logging/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1999, The untouchables. Forest crimes and the concessionaires - can Cambodia afford to keep them?
Abstract: This report details the major illegal activities of a selection of concessionaires currently operating in Cambodia. It comprises both a historical record of concessionaire activity in Cambodia since 1995, and a critique of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) - funded concession review carried out by consultants Fraser Thomas. The critique of the review is based on two aspects: the logistical constraints and the mandate of the review team, that precluded consideration of concessionaire's past records in Cambodia, regarded by GW essential in gauging compliance with contractual obligations
Keywords: Cambodia/concessions/forest crimes/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 1999, Made in Vietnam - cut in Cambodia. How the garden furniture trade is destroying rainforests
Abstract: This report exposes the illegal trade in Cambodian timber to Vietnam, where it is made into garden furniture and then exported to European high street stores
Keywords: Cambodia/corruption/illegal logging/trade/Vietnam/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 2000, Chainsaws speak louder than words
Abstract: A review of the developments in Cambodia's forestry sector in the previous year, including an analysis of the Royal Government of Cambodia's compliance with the 17 points of the January 1999 crackdown
Keywords: Cambodia/forest crimes/forestry reform/illegal logging/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 2001, The credibility gap and the need to bridge it. Increasing the pace of forestry reform in Cambodia
Abstract: This briefing document reviews the developments in the forestry sector in Cambodia over the year 2000, detailing incidents of illegal logging throughout the country. It examines the role of the Royal Government of Cambodia in the forestry reform process and points out that although there has been significant progress, there are still many issues that need to be dealt with. The report mentions among the positive aspects the formation of the Forest Crime Monitoring Unit (FCMU), the commitment to passing new forestry laws, and establishing new concession agreements. Nevertheless, there are still problems related to impunity and corruption. The report highlights an important contradiction: while the military is still in control of illegal logging activities, it is given the task of combating it
Keywords: Cambodia/corruption/forestry reform/illegal logging/monitoring/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 2002, Deforestation without limits. How the Cambodian government failed to tackle the untouchables. Report, August 2001 - April 2002
Abstract: This briefing document contains information relating to illegal logging reports submitted to the Royal Government of Cambodia between August 2001 and April 2002 by Global Witness acting in its capacity as Independent Monitor. Also included in this briefing document is a summary of the government action taken upon receipt of each report and Global Witness' assessment of this action. The reports conclusion is that the biggest obstacle for sound forest management in Cambodia remains the flawed concession system. The information in the report highlights that the companies continue to operate with impunity, unaffected by the reform agenda.
Keywords: Cambodia/deforestation/illegal logging/independent forest monitoring/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 2002, Reform of the forest crime monitoring and reporting project
Abstract: This document outlines in brief the fundamental problems with the Forest Crimes Monitoring and Reporting Project (FCMRP) and potential ways forward. This includes a series of recommendations that could make the project function from the perspective of continued involvement of the Department of Forestry and Wildlife (DFW) or if that is not workable, what can be done in the absence of future DFW participation
Keywords: Cambodia/communities/forest crimes/independent forest monitoring/ monitoring/ Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 2002, Forest law enforcement in Cameroon. 1st summary report of the Independent Observer, May - November 2001
Abstract: The project of Independent Observation in support of Forest Law Enforcement in Cameroon was established in May 2001. Its aim is to improve governance and transparency in the forest sector, which has been acknowledged to be seriously affected by corruption and poor practices. The international NGO, Global Witness, was appointed Independent Observer (IO) in May 2002 for up to three years until an international bid takes place to fulfil the post. This is the first major report by Global Witness as the IO, and as such, it gives an overview of the project, its conception, objectives and the progress that has been achieved during the initial six-month transition phase. The document concludes that this initiative is a positive step forward in the fight against corruption and illegal logging. However, the credibility gained, the assumed political will and commitment to transparency, should be contrasted with the lack of action taken against major logging companies. Enforcement remains to be demonstrated by the Government by the application of significant sanctions
Keywords: Cameroon/corruption/forest law/forest law enforcement/governance/illegal logging/law enforcement/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
Global Witness 2003, Forest law enforcement in Cameroon. 2nd summary report of the Independent Observer, December 2001 - June 2003
Abstract: This Report is the second of its kind, since Global Witness was appointed IO and includes an overview of the project of Independent Observation, a progress review of the objectives of the Project, the Independent Observers mandate, and a description of its activities. Its major conclusion is that during the first two years of work the Independent Observer has been able to attain greater access to documentation, has completed 35 field missions documenting in detail major and minor infractions and has published all related reports. This achievement however, has not concluded in the pursuit of these cases to their legal resolution. The issuing of official statements of offence and prosecution for illegal logging has increased since the beginning of the Project, but despite this cases of illegal logging remain unresolved.
Keywords: Cameroon/corruption/forest law/forest law enforcement/governance/illegal logging/independent forest monitoring/law enforcement/Verifor Bibliography /Project - SO140
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