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Global Income Inequality: What It Is And Why It Matters?

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  • Branko Milanovic

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The paper presents a non-technical summary of the current state of debate on the measurement and implications of global inequality among citizens of the world. It discusses the relationship between globalization and global inequality, shows why global inequality matters and proposes a scheme for global redistribution.

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  • Branko Milanovic, 2006. "Global Income Inequality: What It Is And Why It Matters?," Working Papers 26, United Nations, Department of Economics and Social Affairs.
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    globalization; global inequality; aid;
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    • D31 - Microeconomics - - Distribution - - - Personal Income and Wealth Distribution

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