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Decent work and the informal economy in Central America

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  • Trejos S., Juan Diego.

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Examines the development and characteristics of the informal sector in Central America, focusing on non-agricultural micro-business, and identifies the main problems faced. Discusses the concept and measurement of the informal sector. Includes data for the region as a whole and for individual countries.

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  • Trejos S., Juan Diego., 2004. "Decent work and the informal economy in Central America," ILO Working Papers 993667083402676, International Labour Organization.
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