Analyses the economic contributions of multinational enterprises (MNEs) to the Namibian and Zimbabwean economies. Looks at certain social aspects and compares the volume, distribution and contributions of MNE capital to the two countries' economies before and after economic liberalization.

Examines experiences of social dialogue at the local level in selected European countries. Highlights the importance of local competitive advantage through the establishment of human and social capital, the promotion of local entrepreneurship, fighting social exclusion and other barriers to...

Focuses on the role of local authorities in the generation of decent work in construction and related urban development services (water supply and basic sanitation, electricity and access roads, among others).

Contains guidelines developed in line with the ILO's 1996-97 work programme, to assist social partners, local authorities and informal sector organizations in the planning, implementation and evaluation of employment- intensive community development initiatives.

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper on income distribution trends from 1970 to 1980 and the implications for employment policy, incomes policy and basic needs satisfaction in Fiji - discusses poverty, household income and consumer expenditure; examines the impact of taxation, public expenditure, wage...