Development of Public Procurement: Key initiatives and Future Outlook
This World Bank report covers the two key dimensions of the Bank’s work in public procurement: (i) support for reforms in public procurement systems and practices within countries; and (ii) fiduciary and compliance activities related to procurement in Bank-financed operations. The development aims that are bolstered by these efforts include de-risking a country’s procurement environment for investors and strengthening the efficiency and effectiveness of a country’s expenditure using its own resources.
Could be of interest to those working on : Pillar V Predictability and Control of Budget Execution
A New State of Mind : Greater Transparency and Accountability in the Middle East and North Africa
This World Bank report, published in October 2022, was prompted by the observation that a deficit in governance, especially in transparency and accountability, is at the root of that low-productivity equilibrium. This governance deficit feeds the continuing and pervasive fragility in the region.
The contributions to this report employ a governance perspective both to analyze cross-sectoral issues and to examine sectoral ones, highlighting the importance of improved transparency and heightened accountability, leading to better governance.
Could be of interest to those working on: Pillar II Transparency of public finances and PEFA assessments and PFM generally
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How can PFM Reforms Contribute to Gender Equality Outcomes?
This paper by UN Women an DFID provides advice for practitioners working on PFM reforms on how to make these reforms gender responsive and ensure the maximum impact on gender equality outcomes. The paper aims to link ongoing work on gender responsive budgeting (GR) with broader PFM reforms..
Could be of interest to those using country examples and working on Gender Responsive Budgeting (PEFA gender)
World Bank Support for Public Financial and Debt Management in IDA-Eligible Countries
This 2021 WB evaluation paper provides an assessment to the support of IDA eligible countries for public finance and debt management. The COVID-19 pandemic elevated the importance of sound PFM as policy makers faced rising demands for public spending in the face of reduced revenues.
For this evaluation paper, public finance management is an umbrella concept that captures the processes and institutions used to implement fiscal policy while providing critical information to inform policy making. The key elements of public finance management are (i) revenue administration, (ii) PFM and (iii) public debt management (PDM).
Could be of interest to those using country examples and working on PEFA assessments and PFM generally.
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