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Why has income inequality in Thailand increased?: An analysis using surveys from 1975 to 1998

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  • Motonishi, Taizo, 2006. "Why has income inequality in Thailand increased?: An analysis using surveys from 1975 to 1998," Japan and the World Economy, Elsevier, vol. 18(4), pages 464-487, December.
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