This Brief presents an analysis of social dialogue “outcomes” (such as in the form of joint guidelines, proposals and statements, agreements and pacts), which have been key in shaping responses to the COVID-19 crisis in over 100 countries, from 1 February...
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While working to feed the world, many agricultural workers are unable to lift themselves out of poverty and food insecurity. As the pandemic spreads, the continued functioning of food supply chains is crucial in preventing a food crisis and reducing the...
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Consistent with the social insurance principles on which the scheme is established and in line with good practice, the Unemployment Insurance (UI) scheme should be financed through employee and employer contributions. Contributions should be set in such a way...
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Informally employed workers in Viet Nam face significant challenges in accessing the social insurance system. This fact sheet offers a close look at the composition of the uninsured workforce in Vit Nam, as well as exploring recent trends in the formalization...
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This study highlights gaps and good practices in Pakistan’s social protection system, and offers actionable recommendations for making the system more effective and inclusive. Its analytical assessment of the social protection landscape in Pakistan examines...
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Even before the Covid-19 crisis, India had been experiencing slower economic growth and rising unemployment – problems that were dramatically worsened by the pandemic and the ensuing lockdown. The number of workers vulnerable to the lockdown could reach 364...
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