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• Summary of Action Plan Development Process. The self-­‐assessment report should also summarize the action plan development process, including mechanisms and processes through which consultation with civil society has occurred. To this end, the report should discuss the degree to which the government followed OGP process requirements and guidance in the development and implementation of plans, in keeping with the OGP roadmap requirements. • Summary of Progress on Action Plan Implementation. The self-­‐assessment report will address whether OGP commitments were implemented according to the timeline and milestones established by the country in its action plan – and whether each commitment has been fulfilled, partially fulfilled, withdrawn, in progress, or not met. • Summary of Progress on Eligibility Criteria. Countries that have voluntarily taken steps to improve their performance on OGP eligibility criteria as part of their action plans should identify those actions and outcomes. • Detail Challenges and Lessons Learned. The self-­‐assessment report will note the challenges governments faced throughout the plan development and implementation processes, whether anticipated or unanticipated. It will provide thoughts on some of the lessons the government learned throughout the process. • Next Steps. The self-­‐assessment report will summarize anticipated next steps for unfulfilled OGP commitments. It will reiterate the country’s commitment moving forward to continue to implement its Action Plan – and how it will build on the challenges faced and lessons learned. • Uniqueness of Country Approach. Governments are encouraged to follow the template provided, however, the self-­‐assessment report will reflect that countries are at different stages in their efforts to promote openness in government. Each country should pursue an approach consistent with national priorities and circumstances and the aspirations of its citizens. • Availability and Accessibility to Public. The government self-­‐assessment reports will be made publically available in the local language(s) and in English, and deposited on the OGP portal. 2