Temporal Asymmetry (PPP)

Definition

The structural imbalance where public and private PPP parties operate on fundamentally different time horizons. Private partners optimise for contract duration; public partners bear consequences across generations.

Example

A private PPP operator optimises for 30-year contract returns. The public bears infrastructure consequences for 100+ years. The temporal asymmetry means parties optimise for different futures.

Source

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Time Horizon Conflict

Cost Displacement

End-of-Contract Problem

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