Economic inequality in our cities


Lim Su Lin

From a social perspective, wealth inequality harms social wellbeing with studies showing a strong link between poverty and a range of social problems including violence, incarceration, drug abuse, teenage pregnancy and mental health issues. – The Malaysian Insight file pic, December 18, 2018.

IN modern cities, citizens seek educational and employment opportunities in order to enjoy economic wellbeing, which includes the ability to consistently meet basic needs (such as food, housing, utilities, healthcare, transport, education, childcare, clothing, and pay taxes) and to access public facilities and services such as healthcare, sanitation and transport. 


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