Poverty Reduction and Economic Development: Evidence from a Systematic Literature Review

Sabri Sabri; Riza Novelda; Nasfi Nasfi; Suhatman Suhatman

doi:10.61255/jeemba.v4i3.1000

Authors

Sabri Haji Agus Salim Institute of Technology and Business Bukittinggi, Indonesia
Riza Novelda Environmental Service of Bukittinggi City Government, Indonesia
Nasfi Syariah Economic College Manna Wa Salwa Tanah Datar, Indonesia
Suhatman Management Study Program, STIE Sumbar, Pariaman, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61255/jeemba.v4i3.1000

Keywords:

Poverty Reduction, Economic Development, Inclusive Growth, Income Inequality, Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Purpose - This article examines the relationship between poverty reduction and economic development through a systematic literature review. The topic is important because economic development does not always reduce poverty evenly across different contexts.

Design/methodology/approach - This study used a Systematic Literature Review guided by the PRISMA framework. Articles were collected from the Directory of Open Access Journals and limited to publications from 2022 to 2026. Of 230 records identified, 18 studies were selected after screening and eligibility assessment.

Findings/Results - The review shows that economic development generally supports poverty reduction, but the effect is not automatic or uniform. Income inequality weakens the poverty-reducing effect of growth, while inclusive growth, fiscal policy, social assistance, human development, employment, infrastructure, and financial inclusion strengthen welfare improvement.

Originality/Value - This study highlights poverty reduction as a multidimensional outcome shaped by growth, distribution, institutions, and social capability. The main implication is that inclusive and context-sensitive development strategies are needed to achieve more equitable and sustainable outcomes.

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