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The studies in this volume amply demonstrate that the diversity in the approaches to transition and the wide range of experiences in the Asian transition economies provide a rich source of insights into welfare policy in these countries.
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Lu, A., Montes, M.F. (2002). Sustaining Welfare During the Transition: Lessons from Asia. In: Lu, A., Montes, M.F. (eds) Poverty, Income Distribution and Well-Being in Asia During the Transition. Studies in Development Economics and Policy. Palgrave Macmillan, London. https://doi.org/10.1057/9780230503892_11
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