In this paper, we perform a Tobit analysis of aid allocations, covering the period 1999-2002 and accounting for both altruistic and selfish donor motives. We first compare the allocative behavior of all bilateral donors taken together with that of multilateral aid agencies, and then look at nine...

In spite of substantial investment by the Government of India, the country’s irrigation and drainage sector finds itself plagued with numerous concerns. The current productivity and efficiency levels, as well as economic returns, are all lower than expected. In light of the growing stress on...

This report summarizes key results from a 2012 survey of businesses in Papua New Guinea. It compares the results with the 2002 and 2007 surveys and shows that, while the business environment has improved since 2002, doing business in Papua New Guinea remains extremely challenging. Continued...

The article reviews some new forms of public-private partnerships in the infrastructure that has received a stimulus in Japan in recent years. Specifically, the system of "authorized managers" which has become one of the most demanded models of PPP is being examined in detail. The "admittance"...

The experience of the developed countries shows that the innovations are motive force of every economy and they are influencing a long-term growth potential. Innovation policy of a country shall play an extremely important role in the development of innovation processes. Innovation policy should...

The term "public-private partnership" carries a specific meaning. First, it relates to the provision of public services or public infrastructure. Second, it necessitates the transfer of risk between partners. Arrangements that do not include these two concepts are not technically "public-private...