A Governance Approach to Urban Water Public-Private Partnerships

<p>This publication explores lessons from case studies on the governance of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in the water and sanitation sector in Asia and the Pacific.</p><p><br></p><p>It aims to support governments and private practitioners in meeting the challenge of providing universal access to water and sanitation in the region's fast-growing cities. The report suggests three key areas for action. First governments can establish a water governance framework supported by capable public institutions a buoyant revenue regime and transparent targeted subsidies. Second they can develop the enabling environment through a sector-specific PPP strategy rigorous project preparation and a sound fiscal framework. Third they can embed transaction design that incorporates bankability balanced risk allocation efficient and competitive procurement and clear performance metrics linked to payment.</p>