Regional Inequality in Transitional China

This book investigates uneven regional development in China, particularly in Guangdong and Zheijiang provinces, and explores the patterns and mechanisms of regional development and inequality during the economic transition. It emphasizes the effects of local, state, and global forces on shaping the landscape of regional inequality in China and provides valuable empirical findings for researchers in related fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 18 September 2020
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of uneven regional development in China, with a particular focus on the cases of Guangdong and Zheijiang provinces, which have been at the forefront of debate since the inception of Chinese economic reform. The book explores the profound disparities in income distribution that have emerged as a result of China's rapid economic growth since the 'opening-up' era. Recognizing the significance of this issue, the book offers a timely and insightful examination of both the patterns and mechanisms that contribute to regional development and inequality in provincial China.

Built upon a multi-scale and multi-mechanism framework, the book provides a systematic exploration of the factors that shape regional inequality in China. It emphasizes the effects of economic transition on the spatial distribution of resources, capital, and labor, and sheds light on the complex interplay between local, state, and global forces that influence regional development.

Approaching the topic from a geographical perspective, the authors examine the intricate relationships between the local, state, and global spheres, recognizing the diverse and complex factors that contribute to regional inequality. They explore the role of geography, infrastructure, institutions, and policy frameworks in shaping the landscape of regional inequality, and discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise in the context of economic transition.

Extensive empirical findings are presented throughout the book, drawing from a wide range of sources and data. These findings will be invaluable to researchers and scholars interested in exploring other developing countries within the frontier of globalization and economic transition. The book will appeal to a broad audience, including scholars and students of geography, economics, and Chinese studies, who are seeking to understand the complex dynamics of regional development and inequality in China.

In conclusion, Regional Inequality in Transitional China is a groundbreaking work that offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the complex dynamics of uneven regional development in China. By employing a multi-scale and multi-mechanism framework, the book provides a valuable contribution to our understanding of the factors that shape regional inequality and the challenges and opportunities that arise in the context of economic transition. This book will be of interest to scholars, students, and policymakers alike, and will undoubtedly inspire further research and discussion on this critical topic.

Weight: 470g
Dimension: 162 x 240 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138060678