Decentralization and Local Democracy in the World 2008

Decentralization and Local Democracy in the World 2008 constitutes a global reference on decentralization by presenting the contemporary situation of local governments in all regions of the world. It analyzes local authorities in each continent under three main themes: the evolution of territorial structures; responsibilities and power, management and finances; and local democracy.
· United Cities and Local Governments, The World Bank, 2008
· 345 p.: ill. ; 31 cm.