Spatiotemporal Evolution and Influencing Factors of Urban–Rural Income Disparity along the Yangtze River Economic Belt in China: Insights from Digital Rural Development

Abstract

Abstract The impact of income inequality has attracted significant global attention as economies continue to develop. This study explores the potential influence of local culture, acting as an informal institution, in this complex process. Focusing on ... Practical Applications Amid the rapid advancement of digital urban infrastructure, the challenge of mitigating the widening urban–rural income gap, driven by the unequal distribution of digital resources, has become a central concern for urban planners. ...