To privatise is to drive a two-horse cart. The cart is the enterprise in question. One horse is called Political Goals and is flighty and fickle; the other is called Economics, and is slow and steady. They have to pull the cart along the Road to Privatisation, which is a rough, boulder-strewn track. The cart is full of cases of vintage wine, which is unfortunate because the horses are pulling in different directions. The bottles of wine, which can be enjoyed only when the cart reaches its goals, are labelled ‘improved efficiency’, ‘high sales price’, ‘effective governance’, ‘economic investment’, and so on.
Since the mid-1970s the idea of privatisation has been promoted and the elections of Margaret Thatcher as prime minister of Britain and Ronald Reagan as president of the United States, in 1979 and 1980 respectively, led to a huge privatisation movement in industrial countries. Although some developing countries engaged in privatisation activities during the early 1980s – Chile was a front runner in this movement – most of those countries did not implement privatisation as a tool of macroeconomic liberalisation before the late 1980s.
Since then many experiences have been collected and led to different forms of private sector involvement. Privatisation, public-private-partnerships (PPP) and private-sector-participation (PSP) are common used expressions although the differences between them are very unclear. Nevertheless these approaches have become driving forces in international development strategies although the success is highly questionable. There seems to be a lack of knowledge on the benefits and risks of the private sector involvement in developing countries. Especially the effects in the water sector produced opposing results. The aim of this thesis is to analyse this ongoing debate and to discuss the results of the implementation of alternative private sector involvement approaches in the Jordanian water sector.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Chapter 1: Introduction
- Chapter 2: Theoretical Framework
- Chapter 3: Case Study: Jordan's Water Sector
- Chapter 4: Analysis of PSP in Jordan's Water Sector
- Chapter 5: Conclusion (Not included per instructions)
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis aims to analyze the role of Private Sector Participation (PSP) in Jordan's water sector. It explores the theoretical underpinnings of PSP, examines the specific context of Jordan's water challenges, and analyzes the successes and challenges of implemented PSP projects.
- Private Sector Participation (PSP) models in water management
- Challenges and opportunities of PSP in water-scarce regions
- The institutional and regulatory framework governing PSP in Jordan
- Economic and social impacts of PSP on water services in Jordan
- Sustainability and efficiency of PSP projects in the Jordanian context
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter 1: Introduction: This chapter introduces the topic of Private Sector Participation (PSP) in the water sector, highlighting its growing importance globally and specifically within the context of water scarcity. It sets the stage for the thesis by outlining the research question, methodology, and the structure of the subsequent chapters. The chapter likely provides background information on Jordan's water resources and the challenges facing the country, setting the scene for a detailed analysis of PSP’s role in addressing these challenges.
Chapter 2: Theoretical Framework: This chapter establishes the theoretical foundation for understanding PSP in water management. It likely reviews existing literature on different PSP models (e.g., concessions, BOT, management contracts), exploring their advantages and disadvantages. The chapter will probably delve into relevant economic theories related to efficiency, market failures, and the role of the public sector in providing essential services. It will likely also discuss various governance structures and regulatory frameworks impacting the success or failure of PSP initiatives.
Chapter 3: Case Study: Jordan's Water Sector: This chapter presents a detailed case study of Jordan's water sector. It offers a comprehensive overview of Jordan’s water resources, including their geographical distribution and availability. The chapter likely explores the institutional landscape, describing the main actors involved (government agencies, private companies, international organizations). It would likely analyze existing water infrastructure and its capacity, highlighting the specific challenges facing Jordan's water management, such as water scarcity, population growth, and climate change. The chapter might discuss relevant national policies and strategies related to water management and the role of the private sector.
Chapter 4: Analysis of PSP in Jordan's Water Sector: This chapter presents an in-depth analysis of PSP projects implemented in Jordan's water sector. It will likely evaluate their performance, assessing the extent to which they have achieved their objectives in terms of efficiency, financial sustainability, and equity in service delivery. The analysis could incorporate quantitative and qualitative data, examining factors influencing the success or failure of these projects. This section likely presents comparisons between different PSP models, highlighting lessons learned and best practices. It will probably draw connections between the findings and the theoretical frameworks discussed in Chapter 2.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Private Sector Participation (PSP), Water Management, Jordan, Water Scarcity, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), Water Resources, Regulatory Framework, Economic Efficiency, Social Equity, Sustainability, Case Study.
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This document provides a comprehensive preview of a thesis analyzing the role of Private Sector Participation (PSP) in Jordan's water sector. It includes the table of contents, objectives, key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords.
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The thesis explores various aspects of PSP in Jordan's water sector, including different PSP models, the challenges and opportunities of PSP in water-scarce regions, the institutional and regulatory framework in Jordan, the economic and social impacts of PSP, and the sustainability and efficiency of PSP projects.
What is covered in each chapter?
Chapter 1 (Introduction): Introduces the topic of PSP in water management, focusing on its global importance and relevance to Jordan's water scarcity challenges. It outlines the research question, methodology, and structure of the thesis.
Chapter 2 (Theoretical Framework): Provides a theoretical foundation for understanding PSP in water management, reviewing existing literature on different PSP models, relevant economic theories, and governance structures.
Chapter 3 (Case Study: Jordan's Water Sector): Offers a detailed case study of Jordan's water sector, including its water resources, institutional landscape, existing infrastructure, and the challenges facing its water management.
Chapter 4 (Analysis of PSP in Jordan's Water Sector): Presents an in-depth analysis of implemented PSP projects in Jordan, evaluating their performance and assessing factors influencing their success or failure.
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What are the objectives of this thesis?
The thesis aims to analyze the role of Private Sector Participation (PSP) in Jordan's water sector, exploring its theoretical underpinnings, examining the specific context of Jordan's water challenges, and analyzing the successes and challenges of implemented PSP projects.
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Private Sector Participation (PSP), Water Management, Jordan, Water Scarcity, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), Water Resources, Regulatory Framework, Economic Efficiency, Social Equity, Sustainability, Case Study.
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The target audience is primarily academic researchers and students interested in water management, private sector participation, and the case study of Jordan's water sector.
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- Dennis Vilovic (Author), 2005, Private Sector Participation (PSP) in Jordan's Water Sector, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/38514
