Local administration units work to formulate their economic, social and development
policies that are compatible with the interests and demands of their communities, In order
for these units to function and achieve their policy objectives, they nee
d to manage their
financial resources efficiently in order to avoid waste and prevent financial deficits that
adversely affect their functions and sustainability. As a result, local finance is increasingly
important in local management studies
The aim of this study is to study the financing of the local administration units in Syria
and Egypt, We will discuss the definition of the Syrian and Egyptian legislators for these
units and their consideration, Then we will examine the revenues of these units at all levels
in detail, indicating the sources of this funding and details of all relevant legislations and
laws, The study provides some recommendations to enhance the revenues of local units
and to organize their financial and legal affairs in a precise and effective manner, allowing
these units to carry out their tasks effectively and in full Policies.
