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International Labor Standards : History, Theory, and Policy Options, Hardback Book

International Labor Standards : History, Theory, and Policy Options Hardback

Edited by Kaushik (Cornell University) Basu, Henrik (University of Stockholm) Horn, Lisa (EGDI Secretariat) Roman, Judith (New Economic School) Shapiro

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This book addresses the controversial call for international labor standards, seeking to productively further this debate by considering the economic implications and history of these standards.

A result of an initiative by Professor Kaushik Basu in his capacity as member of the Expert Group of Development Issues (EGDI) sponsored by the Swedish Foreign Ministry, the contributions are based on discussions at a seminar held in Stockholm in August 2001.

Compiling the best research in the field, this book provides a solid basis for policy decisions, while also serving as a challenging text for students in trade, development, and labor economics. Analyzes the economic implications and history of international labor standards. Productively furthers the debate about intervening with international labor standardsStems from a seminar organized through the Expert Group on Development Issues (EGDI), sponsored by the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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