Reorganization of the local government structure would be directed toward the creation of a responsible, self-reliant local government which contributes to the decentralized national governance system than toward the enhancement of immediate efficienc...
Reorganization of the local government structure would be directed toward the creation of a responsible, self-reliant local government which contributes to the decentralized national governance system than toward the enhancement of immediate efficiency of local governments. In addition, it should be step by step driven, while leading local governments to formulate a master plan for the reorganization which reflect socio-economic, geographic, and politico-administrative conditions. This paper examines framing analysis and several factors for successful reorganization of local government structure in Korea. First of all, concerned with the role of central government the paper shows that both key political actors such as the president and the politically independent organization exert an important influence on the reorganization of local government structure. Second, with regards to the strategic relationship of central-local governments (IGR), the central government should clarify the macro goal and directions for the reorganization of local government structure in the future. Third, the reorganization of the local government structure needs to qualify the support of local residents and the Korean nation.