Should regions with stronger economies have more political autonomy from central governments?

Context

Regional economic autonomy debates centre on whether wealthier areas should gain greater control over taxation, spending, and policy-making independent of central governments. Proponents argue that economically stronger regions can better tailor policies to local needs and retain more wealth for development; critics worry this could deepen inequality, fragment national unity, and leave poorer regions starved of resources. The question has intensified globally as fiscal decentralization experiments in Latin America, Nigeria, and Europe reveal both opportunities and risks.