Exploring Public-Private Partnership frameworks in Europe: Study period 2020–2023

This paper examines both the theoretical frameworks and practical implementations of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) within the E.U., with a particular emphasis on their application in Romania. Highlighting a significant gap in existing literature regarding PPP frameworks tailored to Romania’s unique socio-economic context, this study addresses the urgent need for localized research. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research analyzes PPP developments from 2020 to 2023 and forecasts trends for the period 2024 to 2027. The study identifies seven distinct PPP frameworks targeting key sectors, including transport, education, environment, and infrastructure. The methodology involves evaluating allocated funding between 2020 and 2023 and conducting an in-depth analysis of successful PPP initiatives in Romania. Data sourced from Eurostat and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), combined with various statistical modeling techniques, underpin the forecasts related to the growth and distribution of PPPs in the forthcoming years.