Zhejiang Province Empowers Counties, Sparks Economic Growth Revolution in China
Administrative decentralization in China, specifically in Zhejiang Province, has played a crucial role in boosting local autonomy and economic growth. By giving more decision-making power to county governments, the central government has successfully promoted economic development without taking on too much risk. This approach has shown that administrative decentralization can be effective on its own, separate from fiscal and personnel decentralization. The expansion of county government powers in Zhejiang Province serves as a model for other countries looking to reform their economies.