Reforming Jordan's Water Sector: A Case Study on Corporatizing Service Provision in Aqaba and Amman

The study aims to share lessons learned and stimulate thinking among decision-makers on the potential and limitations of public policies and reform attempts. It presents the challenges faced in Jordan, including a rapidly growing population, highly centralized public administration, and neglected economic dimension of water. The study also explores the process of reform, including the importance of political support, and the need for a disciplined approach. The document includes tables, graphs, boxes, and annexes that provide additional information on benchmark indicators, business plans, and branding processes.