Introduction to Modern Social Security

Author: Lü Xuejing
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Publish Date: 2005-08-01
Features: This textbook primarily covers topics such as the emergence and development of modern social security, an overview of major theories of social security, social security funds, social security management systems, the five major programs of social insurance, social relief, social welfare, rural social security, and social security law, among others. The textbook is characterized by its completeness of content, originality of perspective, strong alignment with the realities of China's social security system, and the novelty of its data and case studies. It combines theory with practice, specifically:
1. Reflects the completeness of the social security system—discusses the overall issues of social security in a broader context. The content is concise, with clear focal points; the structure is rigorous, and the logical sequence is reasonable.
2. Originality of perspective—addresses current hot and challenging issues, such as rural cooperative medical care and the establishment of a foundational, integrated social security system. Drawing on years of learning and research on social security theories and practices both domestically and internationally, the author offers innovative insights into certain issues based on China's realities.
3. Strong alignment with China's social security realities—social security systems are one of the government's primary policies. With the deepening of China's political and economic reforms, the country's social security system has undergone fundamental changes. The traditional planned economy-based social security system can no longer meet the needs of a market economy. Each section of this textbook selects content that reflects new challenges in China's social security system reforms, demonstrating a high degree of alignment with the country's social security framework. For example, the textbook discusses issues such as housing reform, affordable housing, low-rent housing, and non-profit organizations, which are of significant practical relevance.
4. Novelty of data and case studies—this textbook strives to use the latest numerical data to reflect the latest developments in social security, giving it a sense of timeliness. For instance, it includes updated content on the work injury insurance system; discusses corporate annuities and pension issues for flexible employment personnel in the context of old-age insurance; and covers pension reforms for civil servants and public institution employees, among other topics. The textbook aims to incorporate the latest data and latest case studies in social security, helping readers stay informed about the latest advancements.