Governing Infrastructure Regulators in Fragile Environments: Principles and Implementation Manual

World Bank (Corporate Author)/ Carroll, Peter

ISBN 10: 1464814341 / ISBN 13: 9781464814341

Published by World Bank, 2019

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166 pages. 10.75x8.25x0.50 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Governing Infrastructure Regulators in Fragile Environments: Principles and Implementation Manual
• Publisher: World Bank
• Publication Date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1464814341
• ISBN 13: 9781464814341
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.33 kilograms

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Synopsis

Countries exiting conflict and fragility face many urgent priorities and almost invariably suffer from substantial infrastructure deficits. There is typically very little infrastructure investment during periods of fragility and conflict, and existing installations are often damaged or destroyed. The purpose of this manual is to contribute to improvements in the quality of infrastructure regulation. It does so by identifying key principles for the governance of infrastructure regulators and by suggesting how these principles can be introduced successfully and maintained over time. The introduction of cross-cutting governance principles for regulators is based on the assumption that a uniform set of governance principles can be less costly and complex for governments to implement and enforce and will provide potential investors with a more consistent and predictable regulatory environment to navigate. The manual also discusses the process of implementing regulatory governance reforms in fragile contexts. Improvements in governance frameworks for infrastructure regulators will support better and accountable regulatory decision-making, as well as increased investment and overall economic development. Case studies from relevant country experience complement and provide context to the discussion on principles.

About the Author

The World Bank came into formal existence in 1945 following the international ratification of the Bretton Woods agreements. It is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. The organization's activities are focused on education, health, agriculture and rural development, environmental protection, establishing and enforcing regulations, infrastructure development, governance and legal institutions development. The World Bank is made up of two unique development institutions owned by its 185 Member Countries. The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) focuses on middle income and creditworthy poor countries and the International Development Association (IDA), which focuses on the poorest countries in the world.