Decentralization of fiscal rules

Decentralization of fiscal rules

It can be flattering to be quoted in the press
(Decentralization of fiscal rules threaten domestic trade, The
Jakarta Post, April 4, 2001, page 12) but less so when quoted
incorrectly.

As a mere consultant I did not and, indeed, have no authority
whatsoever to express the dramatic view as alleged, that your
country "is at risk from disintegration ..." In any event I do
not hold such a view. The second comment attributed to me in your
report, namely that which happens to be set in quotation marks,
is entirely accurate.

DOUGLAS TODD

Jakarta