Poverty in a rich society : the case of Hong Kong /

Hong Kong has remained a wealthy financial hub but its income inequality is greater than that in any developed economy. The growing unequal income distribution and poverty in Hong Kong have aroused public concern. This book brings together some of Hong Kong's and the U.K.'s leading experts...

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Other Authors: Lau, Maggie K. W., (Editor), Gordon, David, 1959- (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Sha Tin New Town, Hong Kong : The Chinese University Press, [2017]
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