| ID | 130978 |
| Title Proper | Economic causes and cures of social instability in China |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Knight, John |
| Publication | 2014. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | China's leaders have often expressed concerns about social instability, viewed as a threat both to the political order and to continued rapid growth. Slower growth might, in turn, further undermine social stability. Using survey data, the present paper examines the economic determinants of social instability. Four main determinants are identified: past and expected growth of income, income inequality, economic insecurity and misgovernance. The paper then considers possible policies to reduce social instability, examining each of the determinants in turn. |
| `In' analytical Note | China and World Economy Vol.22, No.2; March-April 2014: p.5-21 |
| Journal Source | China and World Economy Vol.22, No.2; March-April 2014: p.5-21 |
| Key Words | Economic Causes ; Economic Welfare ; Social Change ; Social Reforms ; Economic Reforms ; Social Instability ; China ; Chinese Economy ; Chinese Leadership ; Social Stability ; Political Order ; Economic Determinants |