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[[Changes in the labor force in Taiwan: 1979-1990]]
In'Gu Munje Nonjip = Journal of Population Studies
|December 1, 1992
Summary
Changes in Taiwan's population age structure had a leveling effect on labor force participation rates (LFPR) for men and women between 1979 and 1990. Male LFPR decreased, while female LFPR increased then stabilized.
Area of Science:
- Demographics
- Labor Economics
Background:
- Taiwan experienced significant demographic shifts between 1979 and 1990.
- Understanding labor force dynamics is crucial for economic planning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of age composition changes on labor force participation rate (LFPR) in Taiwan.
- To examine shifts in age-specific labor force participation rates for males and females.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the Taiwan Manpower Utilization Survey (1979-1990).
- Employed standardization analyses to assess the effects of age structure changes.
Main Results:
- Age composition changes exerted a leveling influence on overall LFPR for both genders.
- Male LFPR exhibited a general decrease during the study period.
- Female LFPR showed an initial increase followed by stabilization.
Conclusions:
- Demographic shifts play a significant role in shaping labor force participation trends.
- The study highlights diverging participation patterns between males and females in Taiwan.
- Policy implications may arise from understanding these gender-specific and age-related labor market dynamics.