, consisting of a dozen large players (defined as having a fleet size of more than 50 trucks) and many small firms (companies with … less than 5 trucks or owner-operators). Many of the micro firms work in the informal sector. Productivity levels in the Lao … 0.028) and LAK 575 (USD 0.07), of which variable costs make up 62 percent. Smaller firms tend to be less efficient than …

The report provides a detailed assessment of the road sector in Argentina, evaluating the expenditure of public … context of the country and the main issues. This introduction describes the recent volatile financial periods in Argentina … disruptions have been observed more frequently and intensely in Argentina in recent times. To face all these constraints, the …

This brief for policy makers is a summary of the main conclusions derived from the "Argentina: Valuing Water" report, a … is to make visible the importance of water, and the cost of existing water security gaps on Argentina's economy, society …

This paper assesses the short-term job generation potential of infrastructure investments in Argentina. The analysis is …

This report assesses water security in Argentina, using a conceptual framework developed by the World Bank. The effects … particular in securing the well-being of vulnerable communities. Argentina is already taking key steps to close water security …

document summarizes the results of the ES for Argentina. Business owners and top managers in 991 firms were interviewed between … constraining for firms and play an important role in whether an economy's private sector will thrive or not. Questions contained in … the ES aim at covering topics including infrastructure, trade, finance, regulations, taxes and business licensing …

This report on the medium-term agenda to ensure growth and shared prosperity in Argentina comes at a time when the …

This country brief provides an overview of tobacco legislation, use, and taxation in Argentina. Argentina is the only … prevalence of smoking decreased. Tobacco consumption and smoking prevalence in Argentina decreased due to the implementation of … comprehensive tobacco control policies and some economic factors, which reduced cigarette affordability in the country. In Argentina …

Development Agency (AFD) office in Argentina was informed of the evaluation. The assessment findings show that the performance of …

congestion in order maximize Argentina's cities' role as an engine for inclusive growth …