Navigating the Complexities of Health Financing Reform: A Political Economy Guide

The “Political Economy of Health Financing: How-to Guide” is a comprehensive resource for organizing and analyzing key political economy factors that can impact health financing reform. This guide, developed by the World Health Organization (WHO), acknowledges the critical role that political economy factors play in shaping health financing reform trajectories.

The guide provides a structured process for analyzing and addressing issues surrounding health financing and political economy. It begins by identifying the various stakeholders involved in health financing reform, including government officials, civil society organizations, private sector actors, and international organizations. The guide then examines the power dynamics, interests, and positions of these stakeholders, as well as the institutions influencing the negotiation process and contextual and economic factors.

By incorporating political economy analysis into this process, stakeholders can develop more strategic approaches to reform. This approach enhances the likelihood of effective design, adoption, implementation, and progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC). Ultimately, this guide serves as a valuable resource for policymakers and other stakeholders seeking to navigate complex political economy issues surrounding health financing reform.