The optimal degree of decentralization depends on the importance of inter-state externalities of local policies. We …

decentralization in OECD countries. Based on a theoretical framework, the empirical panel analysis relates the degree of public sector … decentralization to economic and European integration, controlling for inter-regional heterogeneity, economies of scale, and …

This paper assesses how decentralization can contribute, if proper political and fiscal institutions are present, to … improving service delivery in Asia. In other words, decentralization is an opportunity and a challenge at the same time. The … issues leading to "partial decentralization" that is common to most models. Consideration is also given to the emerging …

development planning with a wide range of decentralization programs. The reforms gave greater authority, political power, and …, unlike in many developing and transition countries, the decentralization program in Indonesia has not caused major political … or economic problems. However, the decentralization program was ill prepared and not carried out in a logical order for …

. We show the potential existence of a poverty trap as a result of decentralization in taxation decisions. …

) provides little evidence that budget constraints at the cantonal level affect municipal finances and fiscal decentralization …