Tag: Fiscal policy
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Fiscal decentralization in Asia : challenges and opportunities
Abstract: This publication discusses the decentralization issues faced by countries of Asia and the Pacific. It includes practical suggestions on how to proceed in this area to enhance economic growth, macroeconomic stability, poverty and income distribution, services delivery, and accountability. Author(s): Martinez-Vazquez, Jorge Source(s): , v, 10 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 Asian development bank…
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Governance and development
Abstract: The OECD-DAC Network on Governance (GOVNET) is the only forum for development agencies and partner countries that focuses exclusively on improving governance. Themes include accountability, corruption, governance assessments, human rights, and taxation. Author(s): OECD Source(s): , Published: 2011 Organisation for economic co-operation and development (OECD), Paris (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link: http://www.oecd.org/document/31/0,3746,en_2649_34565_46582751_1_1_1_1,00.html
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Macroeconomic challenges of fiscal decentralization in Latin America in the aftermath of the global financial crisis
Abstract: This paper discusses how fiscal decentralization is affecting macro-economic management in the main Latin-American countries. Which fiscal reforms could help strengthen fiscal sustainability, minimize the risk of pro-cyclicality at all levels of government, and allow for countercyclical responses? Author(s): Ter-Minassian, Teresa; Jiménez, Juan Pablo Source(s): , Serie macroeconomía del desarrollo; 112 42 p., ill.,…
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More than you can handle : decentralization and spending ability of Peruvian municipalities
Abstract: The importance of factors known to affect the success of decentralization are examined, using the case of Peru. The main factor in spending ability was the adequacy of the budget with respect to local capacity, which confirms the need for both gradual decentralization and capacity building. Author(s): Loayza, Norman V.; Rigolini, Jamele; Calvo-González, Oscar…
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Corruption, accountability, and decentralization : theory and evidence from Mexico
Abstract: Theory holds that decentralized governments that rely on own-source revenues should be more fiscally efficient than decentralized governments that rely on grant financing. This was confirmed by data from Mexico. Also, poverty – a measure of uninformed citizens – led to greater corruption. Author(s): Goodspeed, Timothy J. Source(s): , 32 p., ill., graphs, tabs…
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Towards better service delivery : an economic update on Cameroon : with a focus on fiscal decentralization
Abstract: In Cameroon, decentralization is the principal policy tool to improve service delivery. Some key building blocks in fiscal decentralization still need to be addressed to prevent indicators for primary school completion, child mortality, sanitation, and drinking water from dropping. Author(s): Source(s): , Cameroon economic update; 2 20 p., ill., graphs, tabs Cameroon economic update…
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It takes more than a village : the challenges of co-management in Uganda’s fishery and forestry sectors
Abstract: Successful natural resource decentralization in Uganda requires strengthening local-level natural resource institutions with increased fiscal flow, enforcement, monitoring and judicial powers. The partnership between local-level resource users and the central government must be reinforced. Author(s): Lawrence, Theodore J.; Watkins, Cristy Source(s): , International journal of sustainable development and world ecology p. 1-11 International journal…
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Fiscal challenges, development opportunities? : 20 key questions on domestic resource mobilisation
Abstract: Key research questions with regard to taxation and development are identified, including the issue of how to ensure that fiscal decentralization enhances the “fiscal contract” between taxpayers and public authorities? Author(s): Byiers, Bruce; Dalleau, Melissa Source(s): , ECDPM discussion paper; 125 ix, 45 p., ill., graphs, tabs ECDPM discussion paper 125 Published: 2011 European…
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Essays on fiscal decentralization, institutions and ethnic conflict
Abstract: This dissertation investigates the question whether fiscal decentralization helps accommodating ethnic violence. It also analyses the role of (colonial) institutions (e.g. property rights, rule of law) by considering them as deep-rooted factors of peace or violence. Author(s): Tranchant, Jean-Pierre Source(s): , xvi, 184 p., ill., tabs Published: 2011 HAL-Inria, [S.l. (English ISBN/ISSN: / Link:…
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Revenue potential study for Masasi district council : final report
Abstract: The revenue potential for Masasi District Council is assessed and an action plan for improving the existing revenue collection system is formulated. Masasi District is located in southern Tanzania. Author(s): Mugoya, Patrick; Chikongoye, Joseph Source(s): , viii, 50 p., ill., graphs, tabs Published: 2011 Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ). Support to local governance…