Buena gobernanza y transparencia

Laura Vilone

doi:10.46631/giuristi.2020.v1n2.07

Abstract

The notion of “good governance” implies the special place given to the State. Such a model is defined by the effectiveness of certain guarantees such as the independence of the judiciary, the correct and fair management of expenditure but also administrative transparency. Indeed, the latter depends on the sincerity of those involved in public action, on the one hand, and the constant dialogue between the public authorities and the public, on the other hand. The purpose of this intervention is to demonstrate that the realisation of the model of “good governance” is based, above all, on the existence of an administration that fully understands the requirements of administrative transparency. The two pillars of “good governance” would thus be the foundations of the principle of transparency: communication with citizens and their participation in the process of the decision-making process.

Highlights

As a reminder: the word ‘governance’ was coined for the first time in the World Bank’s 1992 speech
The notion of ‘governance’ necessarily implies the special place given to the State
The argument shows that the expression ‘good governance’ is associated with many concepts and is rooted in a model of administrative transparency

Summary

Introduction

As a reminder: the word ‘governance’ was coined for the first time in the World Bank’s 1992 speech. The concern to apply the principle of transparency led to a redefinition of the position of the State apparatus towards citizens. It means that public administration is expected to inform them and do the decision-making process readable. It modified its role: the State is an actor, just as citizens (individuals or legal entities). 2. ‘Good governance’ by informing the citizens ‘Good governance’ leans on two very important actions and principles: by providing access to the authorities’ decisions regarding the activity of public services (2.1) and by ensuring the sincerity of the government (2.2)

The access to administrative documents

Transparency of public actors

The citizens’ involvement in the decision-making process

A State coexisting with its citizens