Summarises the prevalence of HIV/AIDS worldwide, highlighting the crisis in sub-Saharan Africa, and identifies general best practice in technical cooperation. Describes methods for strengthening capacity to respond to HIV/AIDS and considers how to integrate HIV/AIDS issues across the ILO's...

Drawing on the experience of semi-industrialised countries in technological accumulation, discusses how developing countries can take better advantage of foreign technology. Considers in particular how domestic technological capabilities and skills can be mobilised.

Focuses on the risks and dangers in small-scale and artisanal fisheries, based on the experiences of selected developed and developing countries. Reviews working conditions, typical accidents associated with the marine environment, navigation and fishing operations, problems associated with boat...

Working paper on the commercialization of solar energy technology in developing countries. Discusses theoretical issues and energy policy implications, factors affecting supply and demand, incl. Investment and profitability, costs and the level of state intervention. Analyses in detail (1) water...

Examines the ILO's constitution, mandates and International Labour Standards in the areas of female worker protection, and promotion of equality and population. Highlights some current labour problems specific to women, including 'invisible' labour and its lack of documentation, the lack of...

Examines 46 projects which include financial delivery mechanisms, in particular, revolving funds and credit guarantee funds. Assesses their effectiveness and impact.

Analyses the characteristics of qualifications and evaluates their impact on the functioning of the labour market.