2009
DOI: 10.1787/226518762318
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Reforming the Tax System in Korea to Promote Economic Growth and Cope with Rapid Population Ageing

Abstract: JT03259986 ABSTRACT/RÉSUMÉReforming the tax system in Korea to promote economic growth and cope with rapid population ageing Korea has one of the lowest tax burdens in the OECD area, reflecting its small public sector. However, rapid population ageing will put upward pressure on government spending. The challenge is to meet the long-run need for greater expenditures and tax revenue while sustaining strong economic growth. A pro-growth tax reform implies relying primarily on consumption taxes for additional rev… Show more

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“…Indeed, population ageing alone is projected to boost public social spending from less than 10% of GDP in 2012 to 29% by 2060 under the current framework, according to the government. Revenue to finance any additional spending should be raised by pro-growth tax reform (Jones, 2008).…”
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“…Indeed, population ageing alone is projected to boost public social spending from less than 10% of GDP in 2012 to 29% by 2060 under the current framework, according to the government. Revenue to finance any additional spending should be raised by pro-growth tax reform (Jones, 2008).…”
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confidence: 99%