Public-Private Partnerships

When governments choose to use public-private partnerships (PPPs), the World Bank Group helps ensure they’re designed well, benefit from a balanced regulatory environment and good governance, and are fiscally sustainable. We aim to foster better, more efficient public services and infrastructure.

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New Data: PPI Bounces Back From Historic Lows

Private sector investment in infrastructure in the developing world (PPI) totaled $76.2 billion in 2021—a 49% increase from 2020.
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PPIAF support leads to more bankable infrastructure projects in key sectors in Colombia

Supporting private capital market resource mobilization to address large infrastructure gap in Colombia
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Are women a minority if they count for at least half of your infrastructure PPP demand?

Three case studies explore how addressing gender gaps can enhance project sustainability and align private-sector investment decision-making around gender inclusion.

PPPs At-A-Glance

Building modern, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure is critical for meeting the rising aspirations of billions of people around the globe. Infrastructure investment helps raise economic growth rates, offers new economic opportunities, and facilitates investment in human capital. PPPs can be a tool to deliver much needed infrastructure services.

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Data

Visit the PPP Knowledge Lab for databases on infrastructure, PPPs, private sector investment and other complementary resources to support analysis and build well-designed PPP projects.

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Tools

See the tools that enable better decisions around PPPs. In some cases, PPPs are the answer; in others, they may not be the right approach to deliver infrastructure services. These tools enable stakeholders to get one step closer to making an informed decision.

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Imad N. Fakhoury

Director of Infrastructure Finance, PPPs & Guarantees (IPG) Group

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Resources

Factsheet

How should governments look at COVID-19's impact on infrastructure PPPs? Read our factsheet for guidance on what to expect.
PPP Knowledge Lab

The PPP Knowledge Lab provides the most relevant resources on public-private partnerships in one location to empower governments and their advisors to design and deliver best-in-class infrastructure projects.
PPIAF

PPIAF provides technical assistance and knowledge grants to governments to support the creation of a sound enabling environment for the provision of infrastructure services by the private sector.
CP3P Certification

The CP3P (Certified Public-Private Partnerships Professional) is the ultimate credential for PPP professionals, providing standardized knowledge for the delivery quality and sustainable PPP projects worldwide.
PPP Legal Resource Center (PPPLRC)

PPPLRC provides easy access to an array of sample legal materials which can assist in the planning, design and legal structuring of any infrastructure project.
IFC's Work in PPPs

IFC's advice in PPPs helps national and municipal governments partner with the private sector to improve access to education, energy, transport, healthcare, and sanitation.
Quick Reads on InfraFinance

The Quick Reads on InfraFinance series offer a concise perspective to some of the most frequent issues facing infrastructure finance professionals ensuring sustainable and bankable projects in developing countries.
World Bank Group PPP Project Briefs

Browse the 2-page Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) project briefs below by region or sector.
MDB Infrastructure Investment Project Briefs

See how the multilateral development banks have come together to support the development and implementation of public-private partnerships.
Private Participation in Infrastructure Database

The PPI Database identifies and disseminates information on private participation in infrastructure projects in low- and middle-income countries.
PPP Webinar

Check out our Webinars to learn the latest trend and knowledge on infrastructure PPPs.