A Research Framework for Investigating Public Private Partnerships (PPP) in Hong Kong

摘要: PPP is a general term covering all contracted relationships between the public and private sectors to produce asset or deliver service. Its major advantage lies in utilising resources from sector alleviate some of financial burdens government. The Asian turmoil late 1990s has imposed enormous pressure on budget Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government. With continuous outcry for better services due rapid development Kong, alternative financing models need be sought ensure sustainability. being international gateway Mainland China, with this benefit attracted overseas enterprises base their offices market. Obviously much contribute. The HKSAR Government realised benefits using as well success achieved overseas. But more thorough research needed develop most suitable practice terms project nature, complexity, type scale under which appropriate Kong. This paper provides an initial report funded by Research Grants Council (RGC) HKSAR. The aims evaluate risks adopted Australia United Kingdom, these previous experiences best framework implementing Kong. It firstly reports status trend hands-on have been drawn countries. Qualitative quantitative methods applied conducting are discussed. likely impacts study highlighted. believed that construction industry government would lot result study, further procurement options opened up delivering future