Understanding fiscal space
By: Peter S. Heller.
Contributors: International Monetary Fund.
Series: IMF policy discussion paper ;; PDP/05/4; IMF policy discussion paper (Online) ;; PDP/05/4.
Publisher: International Monetary Fund
Published: 2005
Place of publication: [Washington, D.C.]
Language: eng
Format: Electronic resource
Description: "With new initiatives to provide low income countries with external assistance in support of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), donors and NGOs are seeking to understand whether 'fiscal space' can be provided in the context of IMF-supported programs to support these initiatives. This paper defines the concept of fiscal space and its link to fiscal sustainability, describes alternative ways in which fiscal space can be created, and notes how the IMF can support appropriate efforts to create fiscal space. The paper underscores that the issues that arise in creating fiscal space are not novel, but have always confronted governments in judging whether there is scope for additional expenditure."
Notes: Also available in print.
Includes bibliographical references.
Title from PDF file (viewed on Apr. 8, 2005).
"March 2005."
"Fiscal Affairs Department."
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Mode of access: World Wide Web.