Burkina Faso joined the IF in 2002 and its Diagnostic Trade Integration Study ("DTIS") was validated in June 2007. Based on the DTIS, Burkina Faso developed a National Export Promotion Strategy which was validated in November 2009. The priorities identified in the DTIS Action Matrix have mainly been addressed through support received from development partners in sectors including mining, cotton, animal husbandry, various fruits and vegetables and the industrial capacity. Projects addressing cross-cutting issues have also been supported e.g. the competitiveness and enterprise development and the small and medium enterprises ("SMEs"). In 2009, the formal EIF Steering Committee was established, and it has identified priority actions from the DTIS and Action Matrix which have been submitted to the thematic Commission to facilitate the inclusion of private sector and competitiveness aspects in the next Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper ("PRSP"). Burkina Faso is also undertaking preparations to launch a multi-year Tier 1 project.