Assessment of Capacity-building Needs for Biodiversity, Participation in CHM and Preparation of Second National Report

To assess capacity building needs for managing the use and conservation of biodiversity in The Gambia.To consolidate, expand and operate an information network through the National Biodiversity Clearinghouse Mechanism.In accordance with the Decision V/19 of the Conference of the Parties, prepare a second national report for submission to the Secretariat CBD by the deadline May15, 2001.