Nigeria ready for state police, says minister
The Nigerian Federal Government, represented by Minister Mohammed Idris, has expressed readiness to establish state police as part of decentralizing the country's policing system once the legal framework is set.
Three lawsuits of unconstitutionality against the efficiency law in GAD were filed with the Constitutional Court
Three public actions of unconstitutionality were filed against the reform law of the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization in Ecuador.
Dismantling the Decentralized Administrations demanded by Ch. Doukas – The 11 proposals
Athens Mayor H. Doukas calls for the abolition of Decentralized Administrations in Greece, advocating for their powers to be transferred to local governance institutions.
The reform on sustainability and expenditure efficiency for municipalities and prefectures is in effect
A new reform to the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization in Ecuador has been enacted to promote sustainability and efficiency in autonomous government spending.
Agreement between Damascus and the SDF amid disagreements over decentralization and merging institutions
The agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces faces uncertainty regarding the integration of military and civil institutions in northeastern Syria.
Correísmo announces lawsuit for unconstitutionality against the Efficiency of Spending Law in the Decentralized Autonomous Governments
The Revolución Ciudadana party in Ecuador has announced a lawsuit for unconstitutionality against a newly approved spending efficiency law, claiming it was passed without proper citizen participation.
This is what the new GAD Law approved by the National Assembly says
The Ecuadorian National Assembly approved a law aimed at reforming local government resource allocation to prioritize investment in basic services for citizens.
‘No to the GAD Law’: the posters displayed at the Guayaquil Council
Several city council members in Guayaquil expressed opposition to a proposed reform of the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization (Cootad), arguing it undermines municipal autonomy and threatens social programs.
Teachers, parents, and neighborhood groups march in Quito against the law on efficiency in GADs
A massive march took place in Quito against the proposed Reform Law to the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization.
Behind Closed Doors, Government Holds Dialogue with Mayors in Guayaquil, on the Eve of Voting on Law Regarding Decentralized Autonomous Governments
The Ecuadorian government convened mayors in Guayaquil to discuss budget concerns ahead of a critical vote on a law impacting decentralized governments.
Government called for dialogue with mayors from various cantons in the country on the eve of voting for the urgent law on the efficiency of decentralized autonomous governments
The Ecuadorian government has invited mayors from across the country to discuss budgetary concerns ahead of a crucial vote on a law that may impact their autonomy and funding.
‘This reform punishes social investment,’ warns Marcela Aguiñaga about urgent project seeking efficiency in GADs
Marcela Aguiñaga, the prefect of Guayas, warns that a proposed reform to the Cootad law undermines social investment by prioritizing efficiency in decentralized governments.
Prefect of Pichincha requests to appear before legislative committee regarding urgent efficiency project in GADs
The Prefect of Pichincha, Paola Pabón, has requested to present concerns to the National Assembly's Economic Development Committee about an urgent law project affecting decentralized governments' efficiency and autonomy.
Deregulation in Local Governments. A Long Wait for the Government's Opinion
Local governments in Poland are awaiting the government's official opinion on proposed legislative changes aimed at enhancing their powers and decentralizing governance, presented over a year ago.
Report for the first debate on the urgent project regarding efficiency in GAD approved by the Economic Development Commission
The Economic Development Commission of the National Assembly in Ecuador has approved the report for the first debate on a law aiming to reform the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization for the efficiency of decentralized autonomous governments.
The Irony of Bithumb’s ‘Accident’ and Decentralization
The article discusses the contradiction between the intended decentralization of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and the centralization observed in virtual asset exchanges.
VK: Electric buses purchased ineffectively; VARAM points out specific requirements
The Latvian Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development (VARAM) responds to criticism regarding the ineffective decentralization of electric bus purchases by emphasizing the need to consider specific local requirements in procurement.
Urgent Law for Efficiency in GAD: How are decentralized autonomous governments financed?, local authorities and experts explain
The Ecuadorian government is proposing a new law aimed at ensuring decentralized autonomous governments allocate more resources for public investment.
Elections at Risk in the United States
The article discusses the fundamental differences between the electoral systems of the United States and Brazil, highlighting the decentralization of the U.S. election process.
The Third Stream Initiative.. Does it constitute a way out of the impasse in Sweida?
A new initiative by activists and academics in Sweida calls for the establishment of a civil rescue committee and accountability for past violence, emphasizing the importance of decentralization and the unity of Syria.
Governor Marcela Aguiñaga Calls to be Heard in Debate on Cootad Reform
Marcela Aguiñaga, the governor of Guayas, has formally requested to be included in the discussions regarding the urgent economic reform of the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization (COOTAD) at the National Assembly.
How Centralism Devoured Spain
The article discusses Spain's claim of decentralization while highlighting the concentration of power, wealth, and infrastructure in Madrid, leading to population and talent loss in peripheral regions.
Changes in the GAD
Reforms proposed for decentralized autonomous governments are seen as necessary to realign local, parochial, and provincial governments with the pressing needs of their communities.
The Coming Yemen: Can Decentralization Save it from Reproducing Conflict?
The article discusses the political and military transformations in Yemen amidst rising tensions, questioning what form of governance could prevent the resurgence of conflict and build a stable state.