Does Economic Integration Affect Inequality in Developing Countries? Evidence from a Global Sample

Economic integration plays an important role in promoting economic growth. However, it can also increase inequality, although the relationship between economic integration and inequality is still unclear. Our paper aims to study the impact of economic integration on income inequality with a global s...

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Published in:European journal of sustainable development 2020-06, Vol.9 (2), p.579-588
Main Authors: Tung, Le Thanh, Thang, Pham Nang, Uyen, Lam Tu
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