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

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 rece...