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[Migration patterns on the Chinese mainland after the mid-1980s].
In'Gu Munje Nonjip = Journal of Population Studies
|April 1, 1996
Summary
China’s 1990 census reveals migration patterns and migrant demographics. As market reforms weaken the household registration system, the study examines the impacts of a growing floating population on urban areas.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Sociology
- Economics
Context:
- Analyzes China's 1990 census data for migration insights.
- Examines the weakening of the household registration system due to market economy reforms.
- Investigates the demographic characteristics and motivations of internal migrants.
Purpose:
- To understand inter- and intra-provincial migration patterns in China.
- To assess the social and economic consequences of the large floating population in urban centers.
- To provide empirical evidence on migration dynamics in a transitional economy.
Summary:
- The study details migration streams, migrant demographics, and reasons for migration using the 1990 census.
- It highlights the diminishing role of the household registration system amidst economic liberalization.
- The research addresses the significant social and economic effects of the urban floating population.
Impact:
- Provides a baseline understanding of migration in China during economic transition.
- Informs policy decisions regarding population mobility and urban development.
- Contributes to the study of demographic shifts and their societal implications.