This technical note explains why countries should cement strong public private partnerships (PPP) to bridge deep funding gaps and build the climate-resilient infrastructure they need.

It analyzes how the pandemic and government worries over value for money have combined with business' concerns over investment risk to dampen regional PPP deals. Providing a checklist for countries to rate projects, it explains why robust governance and strategic planning is critical to the success of public–private deals. It underscores that embracing the private sector is crucial to build sustainable infrastructure that can boost jobs, stimulate growth, and support an inclusive recovery.