Advancing Economic Development through Public-Private Dialogue: Moldova Case Study

July 7, 2014 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

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When the public and private sectors work together to implement necessary economic reforms, entrepreneurs, businesses and citizens benefit from a more prosperous and vibrant democracy. Businesses possess the know-how and detailed knowledge of economic conditions, obstacles, and opportunities for growth, while governments have the means to pass business-friendly legislation. Public-private dialogue helps these two groups work together to arrive at effective policy solution.

Moldova’s National Business Agenda Network (NBA), comprised of more than 30 business associations and chambers of commerce from across the country, positioned itself as a key stakeholder in policymaking.
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Public Private Dialogue: How Business Promotes Economic Development and Democratic Governance

March 4, 2014 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

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The private sector is a key actor in efforts to promote economic growth, reform the business climate and strengthen democratic policymaking worldwide. Dialogue is a key part of the Busan process, which recognizes that the for-profit private sector is a central driver of development and emphasizes the importance of inclusive dialogue for building a policy environment conducive to sustainable development.” Businesses possess the know-how of economic conditions, obstacles and opportunities for growth, while governments have the means to pass business-friendly legislation.
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10 Lessons from CIPE’s Webinar on Public-Private Dialogue

July 30, 2013 by Center for International Private Enterprise

Originally posted at CIPE Development Blog

A public-private dialogue session with Senegalese President Macky Sall.

In a webinar on July 11, Elias M. Dewah, former Executive Director of the Botswana Confederation of Commerce, Industry, and Manpower (BOCCIM), and other panelists shared prominent lessons from their experience with public-private dialogue initiatives in Africa and Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. Here are some of the highlights, addressed to private sector participants in advocacy.

Be consistent and persistent in advocacy and dialogue to overcome government inertia.

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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