I would like to get some immediate feedback with regard to the relationship of developing the sequence of decentralization. The specific issue is whether an administrative-territorial reform that reduces the number of local government units can be accomplished without developing a comprehensive decentralization strategy. How does administrative-territorial restructuring fit into this sequencing process and its either positive or negative impact on the overall decentralization process. Any examples of how this has been done in some countries with results of this would be appreciated.
