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Poverty and Inequality in East Asia: Work, Family and Policy
Poverty and Inequality in East Asia: Work, Family and Policy
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This book examines recent trends and factors contributing to poverty and inequality in East Asia,using data from international projects and national data. It highlights how inequality has been rising on a global scale and suggests how welfare states should respond. It is a valuable resource for researchers and students studying Asian development and social policy, comparative social policy, labor policy, and family policy.
Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
This comprehensive book addresses the pressing need for robust evidence on recent trends and factors contributing to poverty and inequality in East Asia. By utilizing data from international projects, such as the Luxembourg Income Study (LIS), as well as national data, expert contributors meticulously monitor trends in poverty and inequality within and between countries, while also identifying the driving forces behind them, both nationally and regionally. The chapters delve into various aspects, including labor market and demographic developments, changes in family and household structures and roles, and policy settings. Through an in-depth investigation of how these factors operate independently and interactively to shape nationally and regionally distinct features of poverty and inequality, the book sheds light on the escalating global trend of inequality and offers valuable insights for welfare states in responding effectively.
Poverty and Inequality in East Asia serves as a valuable resource for researchers and students specializing in Asian development and social policy, comparative social policy, labor policy, and family policy. By comparing experiences in selected Western economies with those in East Asia, using state-of-the-art data, the book provides valuable insights for policy makers.
In conclusion, this book is a crucial contribution to our understanding of poverty and inequality in East Asia, offering valuable insights for researchers, students, and policy makers alike. Its comprehensive analysis and robust data provide a solid foundation for addressing these pressing issues and promoting social justice and equity in the region.
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800888975
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