GLOBAL INCOME INEQUALITY IN 2024: CAUSES, PATTERNS, AND CONSEQUENCES
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17869004Keywords:
income inequality; Gini coefficient; globalization; redistributive systems; economic inefficiency; social instability; education disparities; global governance; sustainable development.Abstract
This article examines the persistent rise of inequality driven by economic structures, globalization, technology,
and weak redistributive systems. It highlights the consequences for social stability, economic growth, human development,
and global governance. The analysis underscores the urgency of inclusive policies to address widening disparities
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