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Saudi Arabia has launched a new phase of the Saudi Sports Clubs Investment program. The Ministry of Sport and the National Center for Privatization & PPP announced the offering of five clubs to local and international investors. The offering includes Al-Riyadh, Abha, Al-Fateh, Al-Tai and Al-Shoulla. These clubs are located in Riyadh, Abha, Al-Ahsa, Hail and Al-Kharj. Investors can submit expressions of interest and qualification documents through the NCP website. The deadline for qualification requests is July 5, 2026. This step shows Saudi Arabia’s plan to bring private capital into sports. It also moves the sector beyond events, sponsorships and…

Vietnam has launched the Vietnam healthcare PPP network to strengthen health care and protection services for women, mothers and children across the country. The initiative follows a memorandum of understanding signed on June 3, 2026, between the Maternal and Child Health Department under the Ministry of Health and the Tam Anh – VNVC – ECO – Nutrihome healthcare ecosystem. Importantly, the partnership goes beyond hospital-based treatment. It focuses on disease prevention, vaccination, nutrition, mental health support, maternal care and child protection in digital spaces. In addition, the model reflects a growing shift in public service delivery, where the government sets…

The Samsung Heavy FLNG contract marks a major achievement for South Korea’s shipbuilding and energy industries. Samsung Heavy Industries has secured a major order for a floating liquefied natural gas facility in Louisiana, United States. The EPC contract is valued at around $2.8 billion, while the wider project is estimated at nearly $4.8 billion. The facility will be built over about five years and may operate for almost 25 years after completion. It will produce, store and offload LNG from offshore gas resources. Moreover, the deal shows how Korea is moving beyond simple construction work. It combines public investment, private…

Telangana has taken a major step to connect youth training with real jobs. The State Government introduced the Young India Skill University Public-Private Partnership Bill, 2024 in the Assembly. Legislative Affairs Minister D. Sridhar Babu tabled the Bill in the House. The proposed Telangana Skill University PPP will bring government and industry together. It aims to train young people in job-ready skills. The university will not follow a purely classroom-based model. Instead, it will focus on practical training, company-led courses, internships, apprenticeships and placement support. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy is expected to lay the foundation stone for the university…

KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Finance Francois Rodgers has urged Ugu District Municipality to consider a Public-Private Partnership model for the Cwabeni Bulk Water Supply Upgrade Project. The Ugu water PPP project could help improve water access in the district. It may also support local growth and better municipal services. In a letter to Ugu District Mayor Sikhumbuzo Mqadi, Rodgers described the project as important for stronger water infrastructure. He said PPPs can bring public oversight and private-sector skills together. This approach can help government deliver projects faster and more efficiently. Moreover, the proposal comes when many municipalities face pressure to improve…

Saudi Arabia has launched the EOI and RFQ phase for the Saudi Public Parks Project, a new Public-Private Partnership opportunity covering 50 neighbourhood parks across the Eastern Province, Jeddah and Madinah. The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing and the National Center for Privatization & PPP announced that the project will follow a 15-year Rehabilitate, Operate, Maintain and Transfer contract. Through this model, the private partner will upgrade public park infrastructure, operate the facilities, maintain service quality and transfer the assets back at the end of the contract period. The project scope includes rehabilitation of green areas, utilities, recreational zones and…

Abu Dhabi has launched a major AED55 billion public-private partnership programme. The move opens a new chapter for infrastructure investment in the emirate. The Abu Dhabi Investment Office and the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre introduced the Abu Dhabi PPP pipeline. It includes 24 projects that will come to market during 2026 and 2027. The programme covers transport, core infrastructure and social facilities. It gives private investors a clear route to join long-term public asset delivery. Moreover, the scale of the announcement shows Abu Dhabi’s continued focus on structured partnerships. These partnerships can attract both foreign and domestic investment.…

The Lagos Water PPP Initiative has moved ahead as Lagos Water Corporation seeks private investment to improve water supply across the state. The corporation said it received 23 bids across four project lots after a competitive bidding process. It also reviewed technical and financial submissions before moving toward the next stage. This step matters because Lagos has more than 20 million residents, yet the corporation can currently serve only about 35 per cent of households at full capacity. Therefore, the project aims to rehabilitate existing water assets, expand networks, and improve access to potable water in underserved communities. In addition,…

Saudi Arabia has launched the EOI and RFQ phase for the Saudi dialysis PPP project, a major healthcare initiative. The project is being led by the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Defense, and the National Center for Privatization & PPP. It aims to provide chronic kidney disease care and national dialysis services to at least 11,500 patients across the Kingdom. Under the model, private operators will design, repurpose, finance, and maintain required facilities. They will also provide clinical services. The contract will run for six years. Moreover, the project supports Saudi Vision 2030, which promotes greater private sector participation…

The UAE Paraguay light rail project is moving ahead as Paraguay prepares a major public transport investment for the Asunción metropolitan area. According to Paraguayan media, the commuter train will require about USD 450 million, with construction expected to begin in 2027. The first section will cover 18 kilometers between Asunción and Luque and is planned to carry more than 40,000 passengers a day. The Ministry of Public Works and Communications has presented the scheme as part of Paraguay’s wider transport modernization plan. The project will include tracks, electrification, rolling stock, signaling, railway safety systems, crossings, and other supporting works.…