The Political Economy of Health Financing Reform is a program by the WHO that outlines a systematic approach to analyzing key political economy factors that can impact health financing reform. This guide acknowledges the significance of political economy factors in shaping health financing reform trajectories. It is not a comprehensive toolbox of all potential political economy factors and strategies related to health financing reform, but rather a structured process for addressing issues surrounding health financing and political economy.
To effectively design, adopt, implement, and progress towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC), it is essential to identify the various stakeholders involved in health financing reform, understand their power dynamics, interests, and positions, as well as the institutions influencing the negotiation process and contextual and economic factors. By incorporating political economy analysis into the process, stakeholders can overcome resistance or gain support from other parties involved.
The Political Economy of Health Financing: How-to Guide provides a structured approach to analyzing and addressing issues surrounding health financing and political economy. It highlights the significance of political economy factors in shaping health financing reform trajectories and offers practical strategies for overcoming resistance or gaining support from stakeholders. With this guide, policymakers can design more effective programs aimed at achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC).