Globalization and Informal Jobs in Developing Countries
Bacchetta, Marc / Ernst, Ekkehard / Bustamante, Juana Paola
This study presents an overview of current research on the relationship between trade globalization and informal jobs (those with no formal contracts or benefits) in developing economies. Based on existing academic literature and complemented by new research by ILO and the World Trade Organization, the book discusses the impact of trade reforms on different dimensions of informal employment. Various transmission mechanisms are discussed, setti...
