12. The objects of the Authority shall be to-
| (a) plan and implement development projects in the designated area to improve productivity foster economic development and generate income and employment opportunity ; |
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| (b) carry out detailed studies of the projects identified in the overall development plan for the designated area, on priority basis ; |
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| (c) request the Ministry of the Minister to seek foreign funding for specific projects or programmes ; |
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| (d) secure the co-operation of Government Departments, State Institutions, local authorities, public corporations and other persons whether private or public, in carrying out studies referred to in paragraph (b) and implementation of development projects in the designated area ; and |
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| (e) secure the participation of foreign and local private sector agencies, in carrying out detailed studies referred to in paragraph (b) and implementation of development projects in the designated area. |
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