China's economic boom over the last two decades has taken many analysts by surprise, given the ongoing role of central government planning. Its current growth trajectory suggests that the size of its economy could soon surpass that of the United States. Some argue that continued growth and the...

This paper aims to clarify possible systemic bottlenecks to the introduction of advanced PFM reforms in the SEE countries. It relates key fiscal developments to PFM reform processes over the last 15 years. PFM reform strategies must be realistic, with clear objectives and timetables, and with...

This booklet offers a snapshot of fiscal federalism in 12 federal democracies. It includes a glossary of country-specific terminology, serving as an entry point to a forthcoming book on the same theme. The booklet series is the fourth in a series created to provide accessible and comparative...

Intro -- Contents -- Preface -- 1 The Martin Liberals (and the Harper Conservatives): The Politics of Governing Precariously -- PART 1 MACRO CHOICES AND CHALLENGES -- 2 Health and Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements: Lost Opportunity -- 3 How Ottawa Gambles: Rolling the Dice in Health Care...

Intro -- Contents -- Preface -- 1 The Harper Conservatives in Power: Emissions Impossible -- PART I: MACRO CHOICES AND CHALLENGES -- 2 Addressing the Fiscal Imbalance Through Asymmetrical Federalism: Dangerous Times for the Harper Government and for Canada -- 3 La Grande Seduction: Wooing Quebec...

Intro -- Contents -- Preface -- 1 Introduction -- 2 Evolving Budgetary Policies and Experiments: 1980 to 2009-2010 -- PART ONE: Issues of Structure and Process -- 3 How Ottawa Assesses Department/Agency Performance: Treasury Board's Management Accountability Framework -- 4 Design Challenges for...