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  This collection of experiences of fiscal decentralisation across a wide range of OECD-Member and non-member economies reveals lessons which are equally of relevance to both groups of countries. A major finding is that fiscal decentralisation is often confused in the latter group of countries with the removal of central-government control over subnational finances. This is a mistake; it may lead to fiscal irresponsibility on the part of local authorities, deteriorating fiscal positions at both levels, and high costs due to duplication of fiscal institutions. The book also finds that insufficient attention has been given to local revenue generation, as opposed to intergovernmental transfers.The issue of fiscal decentralisation in emerging economies is particularly important, because it arises, in part, from a desire to enhance democracy and local accountability. However, the devolution of responsibilities must take place in an atmosphere of transparency, where the local expertise exists to manage budgeting. Serious consideration must be given to revenue sourcing and effective expenditure control. Finally, local spending must match available revenues without becoming an additional strain on central government resources.

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This book, based on the proceedings of a conference organised by the OECD and the Bank of England's Centre for Banking Studies,  examines cross-country issues related to the conduct of monetary policy in emerging markets and the role of inflation targeting in improving macroeconomic performance. it includes both cross-country analysis and country-specific case studies.  Countries covered include Brazil, Chile, Colombia, the Czech Republic, Indonesia, Mexico, South Africa and Turkey.

Inflation (Finance) -- Congresses. --- Inflation (Finance) -- Latin America -- Congresses. --- Inflation targeting -- Congresses. --- Monetary policy -- Congresses. --- Monetary policy -- Latin America -- Congresses. --- Monetary policy --- Inflation targeting --- Finance --- Business & Economics --- Money --- Inflation (Finance) --- Monetary management --- Natural rate of unemployment --- Economic policy --- Currency boards --- Money supply --- International finance --- Anti-inflationary policies --- Politique monétaire --- Finances internationales --- Inflation --- Congresses. --- Congrès --- Politique gouvernementale