Argues that the global organization of production accounts for much of the expansion in trade and foreign direct investment (FDI) and that the functional integration of production activites in different locations has led to an intensification of global economic integration.

Analyses the different dimensions of social protection within the context of life cycle events, considering not only working life but also childhood and old age. Explores a broader concept of social protection based on guaranteeing access to essential goods and services, promoting active...

Modular training pack designed for use by workers' organizations.

Covers the period from 1980s to end of 1990s.

Analyses the different dimensions of social protection within the context of life cycle events, considering not only working life but also childhood and old age. Explores a broader concept of social protection based on guaranteeing access to essential goods and services, promoting active...