The Future of PPPs in the Western Balkans

Author/Editor:

Jan Kees Martijn ; Yan M Sun ; William Lindquist ; Yen N Mooi ; Ezgi O. Ozturk ; Hoda Selim ; Armine Khachatryan

Publication Date:

February 10, 2023

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are increasingly an important vehicle for several Western Balkan countries to increase investment to reduce their infrastructure gaps. While there are benefits to well-designed and implemented PPPs, they also carry a potential for large fiscal risks and increased costs if not managed well. Countries with successful PPP programs typically benefit from a clear and well-designed PPP governance framework, which covers all stages of the PPP life cycle. Western Balkan countries need to address gaps in their PPP governance frameworks to fully reap the potential benefits from PPPs.

Series:

Working Paper No. 2023/031

Frequency:

regular

English

Publication Date:

February 10, 2023

ISBN/ISSN:

9798400234439/1018-5941

Stock No:

WPIEA2023031

Pages:

52

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