Infrastructure Regulation

Why it matters

• Ensures fair competition and prevents monopolistic abuse in sectors characterized by high entry barriers and natural monopolies.
• Balances the objective of attracting private investment through predictable policy environments with the mandate to protect consumer interests and ensure service affordability.
• Facilitates the setting of technical standards and safety protocols to maintain systemic reliability and national security.
• Provides a dispute resolution mechanism between service providers and users to ensure equitable access to public utilities.

How it is asked

Focus on the role of independent regulatory bodies, the trade-off between private sector profitability and public welfare, and the challenges of regulatory capture in the context of public-private partnerships.