Improving Public-Private Dialogue and Empowering SMEs in Jordan

July 12, 2016 by Jordan Chamber of Industry Leave a Comment

By Anan Zeitoun

Though Public-Private Dialogue (PPD) is by no means a new concept in Jordan, it has in recent years seen an uptick in interest as a means for promoting private sector potential in Jordan’s economy. Properly-implemented PPD can lead to better, more appropriate legal regulations, and increase private trust in public institutions.

Building on the success and conclusions of the first SME Regional conference, The Jordan Chamber of Industry (JCI) organized the 2016 conference with the theme “empower SMEs .
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Successful Public-Private Dialogue: The Kenyan Perspective

March 24, 2015 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

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“The work of development is too important to be left in the hands of governments alone. It is the responsibility of everyone. Especially the business community.” This was Betty Maina’s main point in her speech last week at the 8th Private-Public Dialogue (PPD) Workshop in Copenhagen, Denmark.

The workshop explored how the government, private sector, and civil society organizations can effectively use PPD platforms for collaborative governance and leadership in addressing difficult challenges.
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Trade Capacity Building and Private Sector Engagement

March 17, 2015 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

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By Kirby Bryan

For sustainable economic growth, developing countries must have the capacity to functionally interact with the global market. Much of the onus for building that capacity rests on a domestic commitment to reforms compatible with global trade. Many emerging markets have lofty aspirations that are unachievable given the current state of affairs, but are determined to rectify the situation. Access to foreign markets can cement reform efforts aimed at improving the local economy and sustaining economic growth.
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Public-Private Dialogue: The Key to Good Governance and Development

February 9, 2015 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

An increasing number of policy and governance challenges around the world demand private sector participation to generate viable solutions. Such challenges include poverty reduction, inclusive growth, government accountability, business integrity, national competitiveness, innovation, and access to opportunity. Although the obstacles to dialogue can be high, the value of dialogue is now widely recognized by governments and business leaders alike. Notably, the 4th High Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness in Busan, Korea, recommended that countries embrace “inclusive dialogue for building a policy environment conducive to sustainable development.”
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An Historic Agreement: Public-Private Partnership to Safeguard Yemen’s Future

December 11, 2014 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

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The stakes are high in Yemen’s ongoing political transition, but recently the Yemeni government and private sector took steps to ensure that this transition will lead to greater security and opportunity for all Yemenis.

Yemen’s recent history has been marked by popular demand for better governance and a more democratic policymaking process. This demand has been seen from the 2011 popular uprisings, to political demonstrations, grassroots activism, and widespread participation in the National Dialogue Conference.
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Strengthening Public-Private Dialogue for Sustainable Business

March 14, 2014 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

Participants at the Frankfurt workshop.

Effective legal and regulatory reforms are key to improving governance and creating an entrepreneurship ecosystem conducive to economic growth and shared prosperity. Yet in many countries passing and implementing new laws and regulations remains a top-down process that receives little input from stakeholders who are directly affected.

All too often such reforms, even if they appear promising, remain on paper only since they lack broader ownership and support.
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World Bank Study Highlights Voice of CIPE Partners in Moldova

July 19, 2013 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

On June 11 the World Bankreleased a report titled, “Moldova: Policy Priorities for Private Sector Development.” The report highlights business constraints and proposals for reform in five key areas: customs administration, tax administration, business regulation (licenses, authorizations, permits, and inspections), competition framework, and access to finance. These priorities are in line with the National Business Agenda (NBA) prepared by CIPE partners in Moldova.
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