Infrastructure spending refers to government expenditure on building and maintaining public works, such as roads, bridges, airports, seaports, railways, water supply systems, waste management systems, telecommunications networks, and other physical facilities that are necessary for the functioning of a society or an economy. This type of spending is aimed at improving the overall infrastructure of a country, which in turn can lead to economic growth, job creation, increased productivity, and improved quality of life for citizens. Infrastructure spending is often seen as a key component of fiscal policy, with governments using it as a tool to stimulate economic activity during times of recession or slow growth.