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December 05, 2013

1.1       To   collaborate  in  research,   design,   development  and   demonstration  of renewable energy  technologies; solar photovoltaic,  solar heating, biogas, biomass, geothermal, small hydro, wind, waste to energy, tidal ocean and any other renewable sources as identified through mutual discussions.

1.2 To undertake collective efforts for the preparation and effective implementation of a "Programme for Cooperation" will provide a systematic and organized outline of activities.

2.1    Jointly undertaking appropriate technology cooperation activities through conduct of research and development activities, installation of demonstration facilities, technical experts exchange programme, sponsorship and conduct of trainings, conferences and other similar activities in renewable and rural energy;

2.2    Initiating and institutionalizing information networking and exchange;

2.3    Soliciting and/or extend financial assistance for the implementation of a Programme for Cooperation and earmark funds needed within each country to carry out the objectives of this Agreement; and

2.4    Identifying   relevant  national  partners   in   the   implementation   of  their respective country's Programme for Cooperation.

a) To provide experts, officials, and other related inputs to interact with the technical and other personnel of the Minister of Energy in the areas of renewable energy technologies and options and share its own experience in these areas;
 
b)    To coordinate with the Ministry of Energy the necessary arrangements for financial   support   in   the   implementation   of   the   programmes   and cooperation;

c)    To provide on a reciprocal basis technical assistance through experts, consultants and other related inputs in the areas identified for cooperation and all the necessary support, including access to relevant information, linkages with appropriate local agencies and other for the technical and other personnel of the Ministry of Energy during their stay, visit and work with the Department of Energy;

d)    To provide qualified technical experts and other personnel to work with Myanmar experts and personnel and send experts and personnel to Myanmar for coordination meetings as and when nominations are invited for training and the like;

e)    To coordinate with the Ministry of Energy for setting up demonstration units and equipment provided by them with the objective of studying and assessing their use for the conditions existing in the different regions of the Philippines, and  thereafter to consider its extension and propagation through appropriate measures for commercialization which may include trade agreements, joint ventures and other similar options;

f) To be responsible for overall documentation and implementation of the programmes and for sharing it with the Ministry of Energy;

g) To exchange with the Ministry of Energy periodic Programme Accomplishment Reports; and

h) To coordinate all measures implemented by the various institutions, agencies, organizations, involving both public and private sectors, within the scope of the Agreement.

a)    To provide experts, officials, and other related inputs to interact with the technical and other personnel of the Department of Energy in the areas of renewable energy technologies and options and share its own experience in these areas;

b)    To coordinate with the Department of Energy the necessary arrangements for financial  support in  the implementation  of the  programmes and cooperation;
 
c)    To provide on a reciprocal basis technical assistance through experts, consultants and other related inputs in the areas identified for cooperation and all the necessary support, including access to relevant information, linkages with appropriate local agencies and other for the technical and other personnel of the Department of Energy during their stay, visit and work with the Ministry of Energy;

d)    To provide qualified technical experts and other personnel to work with Philippine experts and personnel and send experts and personnel to the Philippines for coordination meetings  as  and  when nominations  are invited for training and the like;

e)    To    coordinate    with    the   Department    of   Energy   for    setting   up demonstration units and equipment provided by them with the objective of studying and assessing their use for the conditions existing in the different regions of Myanmar, and thereafter to consider its extension and propagation through appropriate measures for commercialization which may include trade agreements, joint ventures and other similar options;

f)    To be responsible for overall documentation and implementation of the programmes and for sharing it with the Department of Energy;

g)    To   exchange   with   the   Department   of   Energy   periodic   Programme Accomplishment Reports; and

h) To coordinate all measures implemented by the various institutions, agencies, organizations, involving both public and private sectors, within the scope of the Agreement.

a)    Ensure  that   the  inclusion  of  third Parties  (such  as,   affiliated  Non- Conventional     Energy     Centers,     Universities,     Rural     Energy     and Development   Supply   Association,   Non-Governmental   Organizations, Local Government Units, if any, and appropriate organizations at the rural level, if feasible) in the execution of the programmes will be in accordance with this Agreement;

b)    Promote and work actively to involve their respective business, trade and manufacturing organizations working in the area of renewable energy so   
 
as to facilitate commercialization of renewable energy technology through business and trade agreements and joint ventures; and

c) Work closely together in all phases of the programmes and prepare jointly the Annual Plans of Operation and Financing and whenever practicable adapt them to the progress of the programmes.

4.1    The Parties shall establish a Joint Committee to execute and monitor the Programme for Cooperation. Each Party shall designated a co-chairman and two members to the Joint Committee. The Joint Committee shall adopt procedures for its operation and shall ordinarily meet every year in the Republic of the Philippines and the Republic of the Union of Myanmar, alternately.

4.2    The Joint Committee shall identify cooperation activities, plan and coordinate cooperation in scientific and commercial development in renewable energy, and monitor and facilitate such cooperation. The Joint Committee shall also consider proposals for the further development of cooperative activities in specific areas and recommend measures and programmes to both sides.

4.3    Subject to the provisions of this Agreement, the international travel and other incidental expenses of the scientists and specialists exchanged between the two countries shall be borne by the sending country, while the expenses for internal travel as well as medical care, if necessary, shall be borne by the host country.

5.1    After   completion   of   the   activities/projects   under   the   Programme   for Cooperation with the supervision of the Parties, all equipment and facilities under this Agreement shall be turned over in full ownership where it is located and work is executed.

5.2    All materials and equipment shall remain at the unrestricted utilization and access  of both  Parties  for  the  implementation  and  fulfillment  of their respective tasks during project execution.

6.1    The Parties shall agree to supply each other to the best of their ability with all information in the English language necessary for the project implementation. They shall grant access to any kind of information regarding the progress of the project to each other.

6.2    Transmission of Confidential  Information by either Party and bearing a restrictive designation shall not be made available to any third party except the respective government without prior written consent and approval by the Party having disclosed such information and subject to such terms as maybe stipulated by that Party. Unless otherwise provided, the third party shall be obliged on its part to treat such information as confidential.

6.3    Either Party shall be entitled to use any information received from either party in accordance with stipulations of Article 6.2 thereof.

6.4    Both Parties agree to evaluate the joint project and to exchange the results at regular intervals. After completion of the project, each contracting Party shall submit to the other Party a detailed evaluation and final report.