“Reform of China’s ‘hukou’ system could improve the situation for internal migrants. An opportunity for global growth?”
06 October 2026
Original title: « La réforme du “hukou” chinois pourrait améliorer la situation des migrants internes. Une chance pour la croissance mondiale ? ». Article by Hugo Spring-Ragain, published on 29 September 2026 on the The Conversation website.
In this article, the author argues that reforming the hukou – the system that determines Chinese citizens’ access to public services – is not merely a measure of social justice for internal migrants. It could also serve as a powerful catalyst for boosting consumption in China and, in turn, help to sustain global economic growth.
