China's Labour Market, 1950–2050: The Role of Family Planning in Demographic and Income Transitions

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Jane Du

China's Labour Market, 1950–2050

The Role of Family Planning in Demographic and Income Transitions

Jane Du

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English

Palgrave Macmillan
29 February 2024

Asian history; Postwar 20th century history, from c 1945 to c 2000; Population & demography; Labour economics; Economic history

Series: Palgrave Studies in Economic History

This book presents an in-depth examination of China’s population control policies from their establishment to the present and explores the developing implications of these policies on the Chinese labour market. The book connects original research on contemporary Chinese demographics with a historical analysis of China’s labour market structure.

Using data from the most recent population census, chapters explore the economic impact of the demographic transition that has taken place over recent decades, from the strict implementation of family planning policies to the current easing of these policies. The book examines income growth and economic development in China after the Second World War with comparative perspectives from other Asian countries including Japan and South Korea. It also devotes a chapter to regional variations in the effectiveness of population control policies, exploring differences in rural and urban areas, and surveys the future challenges for the Chinese government in addressing population and growth-related concerns. This book will be of interest to students and researchers in economic history, labour economics, and demography, as well as those interested in Chinese economic and societal development.

By: Jane Du
Imprint: Palgrave Macmillan
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Edition: 2024 ed.
Dimensions: Height: 210mm, Width: 148mm,
ISBN: 9783031531378
ISBN 10: 303153137X
Series: Palgrave Studies in Economic History
Pages: 163
Publication Date: 29 February 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jane Du is a Research Associate at The China Institute, SOAS University of London. She holds a PhD in Economics from SOAS and previously published Agricultural Transition in China: Domestic and International Perspectives on Technology and Institutional Change with Palgrave Macmillan.

Reviews for China's Labour Market, 1950–2050: The Role of Family Planning in Demographic and Income Transitions

“China’s Labour Market, 1950–2050 offers a comprehensive compilation of demographic data and policy timelines, serving as a resource for navigating China’s population dynamics. ... the work provides empirical grounding for contextualizing China’s demographic trajectory, shedding light on the historical foundations of its current labour constraints, the present-day socioeconomic manifestations, and the implications for the future of its labour market."" (Sisi Sung, The China Quarterly, April 7, 2025)