Toward More Effective Redistribution: Reform Options for Intergovernmental Transfers in China

June 1, 2004

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Summary

Full implementation of an intergovernmental transfer system based on revenue capacities and expenditure needs could significantly improve both redistribution and equity objectives of the Chinese authorities. This was envisaged in the 1994 fiscal reforms, but the authorities were unable to implement the measures fully. This paper examines mechanisms that might facilitate effective implementation.

Subject: Expenditure, Population and demographics, Public employment, Revenue administration, Total expenditures

Keywords: WP

Pages:
27
Volume:
2004
DOI:
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Issue:
098
Series:
Working Paper No. 2004/098
Stock No:
WPIEA0982004
ISBN:
9781451852172
ISSN:
1018-5941

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