Tag: Fiscal policy
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Local government finance : a building block to stronger societies
Abstract: The fiscal architecture is a key component in the framework of decentralization. While increasing fiscal decentralization, has been a global trend in recent decades, there are significant variations across and within regions and countries. Author(s): Forster, Richard Source(s): , United cities : connecting the world’s urban leaders; Issue 2 p. 74-75, ill., map, tab…
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Decentralization program : towards sustainable good local governance
Abstract: The Decentralization Program (DP) is a joint development effort of the governments of the Philippines and Germany. It aims at improving governance and participatory development to provide for local needs by political decentralization, fiscal decentralization and capacity development. Author(s): GIZ Source(s): , Published: 2011 Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) [etc.], Bonn [etc.] (English…
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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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Democratic decentralisation and local democracy in South Africa re-examined : quo vadis?
Abstract: A study of local governance in South Africa reveals that decentralization needs to be formalized and entrenched in local governance, and, what is more important, solutions must be found to the problems of unfunded mandates, lack of technical competence, and inadequate skills. Author(s): Reddy, Purshottama S. Source(s): , Politeia; Vol. 29, No. 3 p.…
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Fiscal and political decentralization and government quality
Abstract: Fiscal decentralization has a positive effect on government quality. Moreover, political decentralization tends to reduce the positive impact of fiscal decentralization on the quality of government. This negative impact disappears when controlling for experience with public administration. Author(s): Kyriacou, Andreas P.; Roca-Sagalés, Oriol Source(s): , International studies program : working paper; 10-05 29 p.,…
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Changing international perspectives on decentralization : international agencies and options for Pakistan
Abstract: The history and trends in the normative and positive traditions with regard to decentralization are reviewed, international experiences are examined, and the challenges that Pakistan will have to face in order to become a fully functional and prosperous federation are identified. Author(s): Ahmad, Ehtisham Source(s): , 35 p., ill., tab Published: 2010 London school…
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Integrated fiscal decentralisation : taking new aid modalities to the local level
Abstract: This document discusses the opportunities for and challenges to integrated fiscal decentralisation (IFD) from a domestic and a donor perspective, considering its potential in terms of alignment, coordination and the absorption of ODA funds. Author(s): Faust, Jörg; Haldenwang, Christian Von Source(s): , Briefing paper / German development institute; 12/2010 [4] p., ill Briefing paper…
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Taxation and decentralization
Abstract: From an economics perspective, the most important potential benefit from decentralization is the increased efficiency (and consequent welfare gain) that comes from moving governance closer to the people. To achieve this, close attention must be paid to the design of subnational tax systems. Author(s): Bird, Richard Source(s): , Economic premise; 38 5:00 PM Economic…
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Local government finance : the challenges of the 21st century : executive summary : second global report on decentralization and local democracy
Abstract: The architecture of fiscal decentralization in 110 countries is analysed. Local authorities are taking on more and more responsibilities. Existing funding does not allow them to respond to poverty and the need for investment. Recommendations to strengthen local government finance are proposed. Author(s): Martínez-Vázquez, Jorge Source(s): , 93 p., ill., maps, tabs Published: 2010…