Discussion: Growth, Inequality and Poverty

 

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10/3/2020 Topic: Discussion: Growth, Inequality and Poverty

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Inequality is rising worldwide. Average incomes of the richest
10% of the population are around 14 times that of the poorest
10% in the United States. This ratio can reach up to 27 to 1 in
Mexico and Chile. The gap between rich and poor is also
widening in China, India, and South Africa. It is clear the benefits
of economic growth do not trickle down to all. Technological
change is increasing demand for high-skilled workers to the
detriment of the low-skilled. More part-time work and greater
flexibility in labor markets to improve employment has pushed up
wage inequality. In advanced economies, the tax and benefits
system redistribute less than in the past; and in most developing
countries, social security remains a dream.

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Discussion Topic:

1. What can we do so that most people are not just a few benefit
from the wealth generated by economic growth?
2. How to redesign policies to boost growth and inclusiveness
and to ensure both fairness and efficiency?

Share your thoughts.

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Income Growth and Inequality

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