“当局”常见的英文表达有 “the authorities” 或 “the government”,具体使用哪个取决于语境:
the authorities: 指掌管事务、拥有权力的官方机构或人员,涵盖政府各部门、执法机构等,使用范围更广。例如:
The authorities are taking steps to address the environmental issues.(当局正在采取措施解决环境问题。)
The local authorities announced new regulations.(地方当局宣布了新规定。)
the government: 主要指政府这一整体机构,更侧重于行政层面。例如:
The government is committed to improving public healthcare.(政府致力于改善公共医疗。)
The new policy was introduced by the government.(这项新政策由政府推出。 )