Rural Poverty, Growth, and Inequality in China

This book examines the impact of economic growth and inequality on China's rural poverty since the reform and opening-up,with a particular focus on the role of inequality in poverty reduction. It explores the dynamic changes of rural poverty using various methods and applies the "growth-inequality-poverty triangle" model to evaluate long-term poverty dynamic changes. The book also assesses poverty reduction strategies in different development periods and evaluates achievements stage-by-stage. It is intended for students, teachers, researchers, policy makers, planners, and non-government agencies interested in understanding and addressing poverty-related issues in developing countries.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 285 pages
Publication date: 26 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate relationship between economic growth, inequality, and rural poverty in China since the country's reform and opening-up. It aims to provide empirical and theoretical insights into the dynamics that have shaped these factors and their impact on poverty reduction.

The book is organized into 11 chapters, each dedicated to exploring different aspects of rural poverty in China. It begins by examining the historical trends and patterns of rural poverty, using various methods such as monetary poverty, multidimensional poverty, absolute poverty, and relative poverty to quantify the extent of the problem.

One of the key themes of the book is the application of the "growth-inequality-poverty triangle" model to evaluate long-term poverty dynamic changes. This model recognizes the interconnectedness of economic growth, inequality, and poverty, and seeks to understand how these factors interact and influence each other over time.

Throughout the chapters, the book revisits poverty reduction strategies in different development periods for rural China and assesses the achievements made in eradicating poverty stage-by-stage. It employs a range of analytical methods, including pro-poor growth, Shapley decomposition, poverty elasticity, density estimation, multidimensional poverty analysis, and policy simulation methods, to provide an objective assessment of the progress achieved.

The book is not only relevant to students, teachers, and researchers in the fields of development, economic growth, equity, and welfare but also to policy makers, planners, and non-government agencies who are concerned with understanding and addressing poverty-related issues in developing countries. It offers valuable insights and recommendations for policymakers and practitioners seeking to create more equitable and sustainable development outcomes.

In conclusion, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complex dynamics of rural poverty in China and the challenges faced in reducing it. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors contributing to poverty and offers practical solutions and strategies for promoting sustainable poverty reduction.

Weight: 468g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811697388
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022