There are three headline stories in Nicaragua. First is a story of "the MCA effect" of instigating major policy reform before a single compact dollar was spent in Nicaragua. The second story is of political independence--the MCAN and MCC’s ability to maintain independence, and in fact make big strides in implementation, through a period of political uncertainty and transition. Third is a story about innovation. The MCAN is proving to be a source of innovation and a leader on applying best practices in Nicaragua. These three headlines share a common subtext of ongoing consultation and coordination with a wide range of stakeholders.
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