Institutions in Transition : Land Ownership, Property Rights, and Social Conflict in China - Peter Ho

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Institutions in Transition

Land Ownership, Property Rights, and Social Conflict in China

By: Peter Ho

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Hardcover | 1 July 2005

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296 Pages

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China''s urban sprawl has led to serious social cleavages. Unclear land and property rights have resulted in an uneasy alliance between real estate companies and local authorities, with most willing to strike illegal deals over land. The results have been devastating. Farmers live in fear that the land they till today will be gone tomorrow, while urban citizens are regularly evicted from their homes to make way for new skyscrapers and highways.These shocking incidents underscore the urgency of the land question in China. The recent conviction of the Chinese Minister for Land Resources and the forced evictions that have led to the injury and death of ordinary Chinese citizens highlight the case for land reform. Against this backdrop, many scholars criticize China''s lack of privatization and titling of property. This monograph, however, demonstrates that these critically depend on timing and place. Land titling is imperative for the wealthier regions, yet, may prove detrimental in areas with high poverty. The book argues that China''s land reform can only succeed if the clarification of property rights is done with caution and ample regard for regional variations.

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