This statement means that Less Developed Countries (LDCs) play a key role in planning their own growth by creating and applying plans that take care of both development and natural resources.Project Proposals- LDCs design specific actions like building infrastructure or promoting sustainable farming.Monitoring Progress- They must regularly check if goals are met, using indicators like income growth, school access, or water supply.Accountability- Officials are expected to explain how resources (funds, labor) are used, to prevent corruption and ensure real progress.