Engaging journalists on issues in infrastructure is a key part of the CoST approach: it increases accountability amongst decision makers, by ensuring the public are informed of the developments which …
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Bridging the accountability gap: CoST tools showcased at World Bank IACC session
In his opening remarks for the World Bank’s session at the International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC), Vinay Sharma, the Global Director of the World Bank’s Governance Global Practice, told the audience …
CoST webinar: Launch of the Infrastructure Transparency Index, a game changer assessing and promoting better infrastructure delivery
On Anti-Corruption Day 2020, Wednesday 09 December, CoST is delighted to launch the roll out of its Infrastructure Transparency Index (ITI). Join our webinar as we share our methodology, lessons …
As Latin America responds to crises, CoST approach is recognised by governments
In Honduras and Panama, governments are taking steps to institutionalise the CoST approach in recognition of the role that transparency, open data and citizen engagement play in public infrastructure investment. …
GovInsider interview: How Thailand is cutting infrastructure costs with transparency
Pattaraporn Vorasaph, Deputy Director of Thailand’s Comptroller General’s Department and vice-chair of CoST Thailand multi-stakeholder group, spoke to GovInsider about the impact of CoST in Thailand, and how open data …
Three key challenges facing health infrastructure delivery
Covid-19 has exposed critical gaps in healthcare systems worldwide. In response, governments are scrambling to address chronic under-investment in health service delivery by rapidly boosting public spending on vital equipment, …