Water Price Reform and Political Economy: World Bank Theories and Policies on Water Price Reform

Author: (USA) Dinar A.
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Publish Date: 2003-12-01
Features: This book collects articles on information asymmetry and political economic constraints in water pricing, experience-based evaluations of reforms, and case study articles. By providing widely used analytical methods and comparisons of reforms in different environments, it addresses the challenges encountered in the formulation and implementation of water sector reforms. The book offers answers to issues such as water pricing, how to reform water rights systems, improve economic efficiency, and establish legitimate and fair property systems through theory and case studies from various countries. The views expressed in this book may not necessarily reflect the views of the Executive Board or the countries they represent. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy of the data in this book and assumes no responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of its views and data. The boundaries, colors, names, and other information in the maps included in this book do not represent the World Bank's view on the legal status of any region, nor do they imply recognition or acceptance of these boundaries. The original version of this book was published in English by the World Bank under the title "Water Pricing Reform and Political Economy." The Chinese edition was organized and translated by the China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Planning and published. The China Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Planning is responsible for the accuracy of the translation. Is the formulation and implementation of water sector reforms different from other sectors? This book addresses the above question by providing broadly applicable analytical methods and comparisons of reforms in different environments. Through case studies of Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Honduras, Mexico, Morocco, Pakistan, Senegal, the United States, and the Yemen Arab Republic, it analyzes the difficulties encountered in water pricing reforms for irrigation and urban settings, highlighting how, in certain cases, these reforms may fail to achieve their goals. This book is a valuable resource for economists, political scientists, policymakers, nongovernmental organizations, and individuals concerned with water pricing policies.