Decentralization in Developing Countries - Global Perspectives on the Obstacles to Fiscal Devolution (Hardcover)

`Some think that decentralization has not gone "far enough" to be considered successful; others argue that it has already "failed". As the studies of decentralization in 15 developing countries in this volume clearly show, every case is different, and persuasive generalizations are hard to find. Fortunately, the introductory chapter usefully pulls this diverse reality together to highlight some key obstacles to successful decentralization and to suggest some approaches that might - provided that those in power are sufficiently supportive - lead to better outcomes in the future.' - Richard M. Bird, University of Toronto, Canada This insightful study examines the decentralization experiences from 15 countries in different regions of the world. All of these countries have actively attempted to decentralize, or continue to do so, and have faced obstacles serious enough to either derail or significantly delay their decentralization objectives. Decentralization in Developing Countries evaluates the main obstacles to the decentralization process. The contributors expertly discuss the flaws in the decentralization design, resistance from those holding traditional or central power and, uniquely, weak central governments. They then extract lessons for policymakers, regarding what may be done and what should ideally be avoided. This important book focuses on how to implement decentralization plans as whole complete processes, rather than examining individual aspects of decentralization. It will therefore prove invaluable for academics and researchers of development economics, public finance and in particular decentralization. Employees of various bodies, including DFID, UNDP, the World Bank, as well as other development banks and bilateral aid organizations, will also find it an informative resource.

General

Imprint:	Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Studies in Fiscal Federalism and State-local Finance series
Release date:	2011
Editors:	Jorge Martinez-Vazquez • Francois Vaillancourt
Dimensions:	241 x 164 x 36mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	599
ISBN-13:	978-1-84980-508-7
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Economics > Development economics Books > Business & Economics > Finance & accounting > Finance > Public finance > General Books > Money & Finance > Public finance > General
LSN:	1-84980-508-3
Barcode:	9781849805087

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