ABSTRACT

This chapter draws the conclusion. Further analysis is conducted based on the findings in the previous chapters, and the main contributions and demerits of this book are discussed. It also emphasizes the need for further research on issues such as social capital and generalized trust.

This chapter first summarizes the analysis results of the previous three chapters and takes a closer look at the key findings of this study. Then, it expounds on what contribution this study has made to the research on social capital and trust and what limitations it has and outlines the topics that are worth further research.