Public Governance

/ˈpʌblɪk ˈɡʌvərnəns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The system, processes, and practices through which public institutions conduct public affairs, manage public resources, and guarantee the realization of public policy.
    Effective public governance requires transparency and accountability in government actions.

Forms

  • public governance

Commentary

Public governance often overlaps with public administration but focuses more on the frameworks and principles guiding public sector conduct rather than operational management.

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