Greece ranked second worldwide in terms of optimal procurement strategy in Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects, according to the World Bank’s “Benchmarking Infrastructure Development 2024” Report, said Deputy Minister of Economy and National Finance, Nikos Papathanasis.
Among the criteria taken into account for classifying countries were healthy competition, economic efficiency and transparency.
According to the Ministry of Economy and National Finance, the Public-Private Partnerships department has developed innovative ways of financing projects. The participation of European Banks (EIB, EBRD) in project financing, the combination of European and private resources and the use of financial tools are proven good practices, showing Greece as one of the most innovative countries in financing PPP projects.
The Deputy Minister of National Economy and Finance, Nikos Papathanasis, stated: “This top position on the world map by the World Bank follows similar positive assessments for the course of the economy and the country in general by international and European institutions.
It is another vote of confidence for Greece and highlights the efficiency of the policy followed by Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ government.
It proves that growth is not accidental, but rather the result of implementing a specific plan, with direction, coordination and a lot of work.
However, it also represents the best response to the numerous complaints about lack of transparency and inefficiency in tender procedures, in this case Public-Private Partnerships.
Using all available euros, we continue to attract investments, improve infrastructure and the daily lives of our fellow citizens, but, above all, create new jobs with the aim of increasing everyone’s income.”