Universal Basic Income
I've tried to sort it out in my own mind, but I haven't yet.
Advancement of AI technology may replace [repetitive work
Support in Korea
Founder of [Lab 2050
Experiments in Gyeonggi-do (Gyeonggi Province)
The Korean view of labor includes the idea that "if a man will not work, he shall not eat. Influence of Confucianism, which tells us that we must make a living through [self-help efforts Severe wealth disparity and social class fixation in Korean society
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More than 75% of respondents said their children's success requires parental connections and financial resources
Self-employed workers account for 25.1% of the workforce, many in precarious jobs
Systemic problems with no traditional employment relationship and no access to social security
Youth who are not eligible for unemployment insurance benefits
1 in 10 people under 30 are unemployed
The wealth gap and the fixation on social class are behind the support for UBI.
Gyeonggi Province: The most populous administrative district in South Korea, with a population of 12 million
Launched Basic Income Program for 24 year olds
Eligible: 175,000 people, $220 equivalent local currency payment every 3 months Support for youth and small businesses, no decline in work ethic, increased happiness
Seoul youth: one-time job search grant worth $2,500
Under the new Corona: one-time assistance grant worth $800 to all households.
Support for UBI: Nearly half of South Koreans
Lee Jae-myung: Basic income proposal of 500,000 won (approx. $430) per year for all citizens, funded by enhanced taxes.
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