Tag: Public-Private Partnership
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Private Pipeline in Peril Without Government Backstop, Says Former Alberta Energy Minister
Raising the Stakes: The Role of Government in Pipeline Projects A former Alberta energy minister has voiced strong concerns about the feasibility of a privately developed bitumen pipeline to the northwest British Columbia coast. The core of the argument is simple and stark: without a government backstop or active policy support, the project’s chances of…
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Can Devi Shetty’s Affordable Cardiac Care Model Solve Britain’s NHS Crisis?
Overview: A billionaire surgeon with a mission Dr Devi Prasad Shetty, a renowned cardiovascular surgeon and billionaire philanthropist, is best known for transforming affordable heart care in India through his Narayana Health network. His work caught the attention of critics and supporters alike as he argued that high-quality medical care can be delivered at a…
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Burnham’s £1bn bid to build the ‘Silicon Valley of the North’
Introduction: A bold bid to reshape the North In Manchester, a city long associated with industry and reform, a new ambition is quietly gathering momentum. Greater Manchester’s mayor, backed by a £1 billion bid, aims to create Atom Valley, a high-tech corridor designed to be the North’s answer to Silicon Valley. Named to reflect Manchester’s…
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Faith-based medical facilities face setbacks as Kenya-USA health deal moves forward
Overview: The Kenya-USA health deal and its faith-based impact The planned Sh207 billion health deal between Kenya and the United States has sparked a debate that extends beyond numbers and policy reports. While the agreement aims to expand healthcare access and modernize facilities, faith-based private medical facilities—long pillars of Kenya’s health landscape—are warning that the…
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Faith-based Hospitals Face Setback as Kenya-US Health Funding Deal Unfolds
Background: The Kenya-US health funding deal A landmark health funding agreement reportedly worth Sh207 billion between Kenya and the United States has drawn sharp attention across Kenya’s health sector. The arrangement, framed by policymakers as a boost for universal health coverage, involves substantial financial support for various medical programs. However, faith-based medical facilities, which form…
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India’s KP Group Bets on Botswana’s Renewable Future with $4B Investment
India’s KP Group Announces Major Investment in Botswana’s Renewable Sector India’s KP Group, a rising force in renewable energy, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Botswana to pursue a multi-billion-dollar expansion of clean power. The agreement signals a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating Botswana’s shift to renewable energy, while…
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Government awards 13 PPP projects in 2025
Overview: A robust push for infrastructure through PPPs The Philippine government advanced its infrastructure agenda in 2025 by awarding 13 public-private partnership (PPP) projects. This milestone, announced by the PPP Center, underscores a sustained commitment to closing infrastructure gaps that have long impeded growth, mobility, and service delivery across the country. By leveraging private sector…
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Philippines Awards 13 PPP Projects in 2025: A Boost for Infrastructure
Overview: PPP Center Announces 13 Awards for 2025 The Philippine government contends that public-private partnerships (PPPs) remain a key strategy to close the country’s infrastructure gap. In 2025, the PPP Center publicly announced the award of 13 projects spanning various sectors, signaling a renewed commitment to mobilize private capital for national development. These awards cover…
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PH Government Adds 124 Projects to PPP Pipeline Led by Education Sector
Overview: A Stronger PPP Pipeline with Education at the Forefront The Philippine government has expanded its public-private partnership (PPP) pipeline by adding 124 new projects since December 2024, bringing the total to 251 projects valued at P2.81 trillion. The latest update from the PPP Center underscores a strategic shift toward education-led and community-enhancing infrastructure, signaling…
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PPP Pipeline Expands by 124 Projects Led by Schools
Overview: A Robust Expansion in Public-Private Partnerships The Government’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) pipeline has seen a notable expansion, with 124 new projects added since December 2024. This surge brings the total number of projects to 251, valued at an impressive P2.81 trillion. The latest figures, released by the PPP Center, highlight how the pipeline now…