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Introduction

In: Lessons in Sustainable Development from Japan and South Korea

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  • Sara Hsu

    (State University of New York at New Platz)

  • Michio Naoi

    (Keio University)

  • Wenjie Zhang

    (University of Texas at Austin)

Abstract

In this book, we examine sustainable development in Japan and South Korea. We look at various indicators of sustainable development in many dimensions. Japan has greatly improved its environment since the industrialization process ended in the 1970s. The nation also has excellent health care and transportation systems. However, Japan continues to struggle with gender inequality and traffic congestion. Poverty and inequality have remained challenges since the 1990s. Similarly, South Korea is continuing to improve its environment, as well as its health care system, but struggles with gender inequality, poverty, and inequality. The countries can benefit from better social policies, as well as from a partnership in improving energy self-sufficiency, including enhancement of renewable energy technologies.

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  • Sara Hsu & Michio Naoi & Wenjie Zhang, 2014. "Introduction," Comparative Studies of Sustainable Development in Asia, in: Lessons in Sustainable Development from Japan and South Korea, pages 1-2, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:csschp:978-1-137-34098-6_1
    DOI: 10.1057/9781137340986_1
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