Covers trend from 1990 to 1998.

Analyses trends for the period 1963-1989.

Reviews the Sectoral Activities Programme of the ILO. Examines recent sectoral and inter-sectoral developments with an emphasis on those affecting sectoral concentration and/or leading to sectoral shifts. Shows how the ILO might provide an updated composite picture of the sectoral distribution...

Based on a survey carried out in 1992. Identifies various factors influencing the degree of trade unionization of women. Studies the concentration and growth of women's employment in part-time work and the small firm sector. Covers the relationship between union membership and the extent of...

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper on human resources planning methodology for evaluating and coping with labour surplus, based on a case study of Indonesia - examines expected medium term employment creation and labour demand by economic sector, incl. Estimates in manufacturing and the informal...

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper on economic implications of petroleum (energy) price trends in Costa Rica, 1972 to 1983 - investigates economic conditions, balance of trade, balance of payments, Terms of Trade, external debt, etc.; discusses labour force participation and income distribution;...

ILO pub. Working paper on trends in the utilization of manufacturing production capacity in Ecuador from 1975 to 1980 - examines business cycles, finding production increase does not keep up with its potential in certain economic sectors; attributes fluctuations to changes in purchasing power,...

Provides information on short term changes in a number of labour market indicators at the sector-specific level, both in developing and developed economies.