Have you read any good stories lately? Wouldn’t you like to read about people finding ways to cut through red tape, vested interests, ignorance, and apathy to make positive changes for their countries? Would you believe it was possible for a young private sector academy in Romania to make public hearings a routine part of government policymaking? Or, that all major Iraqi political parties could be brought together to discuss the economic future of Iraq? That Colombian chambers of commerce could block corruption by successfully advocating for greater competition and transparency in public procurement? These and other inspiring stories are collected in CIPE’s new book of models for democratic, market-oriented reform.
Strategies for Policy Reform: Experiences from Around the World presents case studies of effective, innovative reform programs designed and implemented by business associations, think tanks, and other independent organizations in partnership with CIPE. These programs have improved democratic governance and the business climate to deliver tangible benefits to citizens. Their stories reveal not only the possibility of progress but also the paths to guide other reform leaders in their search for freedom. We also have bound copies available at no charge upon request — just email us at forum-at-cipe.org
Published Date: January 15, 2008