SDG 10.
2
“By 2030, empower and promote
the social, economic, and political
inclusion of all, irrespective of age,
sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin,
religion, or economic or other status.”
SDG 10.3
“Ensure equal opportunity and reduce
inequalities of outcome, including
by eliminating discriminatory laws,
policies, and practices and promoting
appropriate legislation, policies,
and action in this regard.”
SDG 10a
“Implement the principle of special and
differential treatment for developing
countries, in particular, least developed
countries, in accordance with World
Trade Organization agreements.”
SDG 10c
“By 2030, reduce to less than 3%
the transaction costs of migrant
remittances and eliminate remittance
corridors with costs higher than 5%.”
Challenges in New Zealand
IN relation to sdg 10.2 - In New Zealand, more then 1 in 10 of the
population is income poor, with income distribution being unequal,
reflecting lower than average redistribution through taxes and
transfers.
In addition, many population SDG 10c - high remittance
groups including women, costs for migrants.
young adults and ethnic
minorities such as the native
Maori and Pasifika people,
face additional challenges.
SDG 10.3 - Historical injustices
and discrimination against
indigenous MAori persist.
Discrimination against ethnic
minorities is a concern.
SDg 10a - Limited engagement
with this target due to its
status as a developed country.
Challenges in KOREA Sustainable Development Goal Analysis
SDG 10.2 - Gender inequality persists in the workplace, with a
SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
gender pay gap and underrepresentation of women in leadership New Zealand & Republic of Korea
positions. Ethnic minorities, including migrants and refugees, face
challenges in social inclusion.
SDG 10.3 - Discriminatory
practices exist in hiring,
especially for certain
OPPORTUNITIES in KOREA COMPARISON OF NZ and ROK
minority groups. South Korea, with its strong groups. By implementing OECD GENDER PAY GAP 2018 In comparing the Republic of
Legal and social barriers may economic growth and regulatory reforms and
Korea and New Zealand regarding
Korea 36.6% SDG 10, both countries face
hinder equal opportunities. technological advancements, anti-discrimination measures, challenges related to ethnic
can harness its resources South Korea can foster an and gender inequality, yet they
SDG 10a - Balancing its status to enhance social and environment that ensures
differ in their approaches. While
New Zealand places a strong
as a developed country economic inclusion. The equal opportunities and emphasis on addressing historical
while adhering to special government's proactive reduces inequalities for disparities with its indigenous
and differential treatment approach to gender equality all its citizens, regardless
MAori population, South Korea's
focus is on economic growth and
for developing countries. and social inclusion policies of age, gender, ethnicity, NEW ZEALAND 5.6% technological advancement. Both
can be further developed or economic status. nations can collaborate on reducing
SdG 10C - High remittance remittance costs and advocating
and expanded to bridge gaps for fair trade practices, striving to
costs for migrants,
among various demographic achieve the Sustainable Development
particularly from Goal of reducing inequalities.
lower-income countries.
INTRODUCTION to SDGS & NZ and ROK
OPPORTUNITIES IN NEW ZEALAND Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Goal 10: "Reduced Inequalities," are crucial for
addressing disparities in South Korea and New Zealand. Despite their shared commitment, these nations'
New Zealand has unique opportunities to distinct socio-economic contexts result in unique approaches to achieving equality.
address inequalities within its borders.
Its commitment to the Treaty of Waitangi provides
a foundation for addressing historical injustices
against its indigenous MAori population.
Additionally, the country’s social
welfare policies and progressive taxation
system offer tools to mitigate
income disparities and promote equal
opportunities among its citizens.
New Zealand can leverage these advantages to
create a more inclusive and equitable society.
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