Making trade work for all : turning value chains into social gains in Asia
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2018-08-01
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Building on the region’s supply of low-cost labour and raw materials, many countries are promoting labour-intensive, export-oriented manufacturing to make the most of global value chains (GVCs). However, GVCs can become new sources of inequality and exclusion if not backed by sustainable business models and economic policies. IDRC is supporting the growth of women-led small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to move women up the value chain, improving their representation in business. The brief covers a number of IDRC programs to increase connectivity of Asian small and medium businesses and to promote women entrepreneurs.
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French version available in IDRC Digital Library
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VALUE CHAINS, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES, WOMEN’S ADVANCEMENT, LABOUR POLICY, REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT, MANUFACTURING, FAR EAST ASIA