Examines the policy, legal and institutional framework for micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in Chile from 1990 to 2000. Provides a general overview of the Chilean political and economic systems, describes economic and employment performance in MSEs and assesses the effects of the policy and...

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.

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper, case study of technological change at the Yacimientos Petroliferos Fiscales petroleum refinery (public enterprise) in Argentina, 1950-1980 - discusses technical aspects; considers short term and long term factors influencing decision making concerning...

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper, case studies of decision making regarding choice of technology in public enterprises (Petrobras in the fertilizer industry and Embraer in the aerospace industry) in Brazil - outlines business organization; considers the impact of state intervention and the...

ILO pub-WEP pub. Comparison of choice of technology, adaptation and technology transfer by public enterprises and private enterprises in India - based on sample survey of heavy industry (pumps and compressors), pharmaceutical industry and heavy electrical industry firms, compares organization...

Describes three phases of restructuring and privatization under different administrations between 1986 and 1998 and examines the impact of these changes on employment. Describes different types of privatization and analyses the restructuring of utilities, wholly state-owned companies and...

Working paper comparing economic and industrial growth in four newly industrializing countries, Brazil, Korea R, Mexico and Singapore, 1960-1980 - discusses industrialization policy, trade policy, public investment and credit policy; considers the role of entrepreneurs, public enterprises,...