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Financing old age in Southeast Asia: an overview
Nan Yang Wen Ti Yan Qiu = Southeast Asian Affairs
|January 1, 1996
Summary
This study overviews social security in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand. It details diverse national approaches to social security arrangements, highlighting unique country-specific provisions.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Economics
- Public Policy
Background:
- Social security systems are crucial for economic stability and public welfare.
- Southeast Asian nations exhibit diverse socio-economic landscapes, necessitating tailored social security frameworks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a comprehensive overview of social security arrangements in key Southeast Asian countries.
- To document the distinct philosophies, designs, and provisions of social security in each nation.
Main Methods:
- A country-by-country analysis was employed, eschewing a comparative approach.
- Data was gathered and synthesized for Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand.
Main Results:
- Significant variations exist in the foundational principles and operational details of social security across the studied nations.
- Each country's social security system reflects its unique historical, economic, and political context.
Conclusions:
- A country-specific understanding is essential for appreciating the nuances of social security in Southeast Asia.
- The findings underscore the need for context-aware policy development in social welfare.