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Summary of "The Future of Work in Central America and the Dominican Republic"

Key Findings

The report "The Future of Work in Central America and the Dominican Republic" examines the impact of technological progress on labor markets in CADR. Despite advancements in technology, CADR countries have not experienced the same level of disruption as advanced economies due to limited technology adoption and high informality.

Key challenges include:

• Limited Technology Adoption: CADR countries rank low in digital technology metrics, with slow diffusion of computers and internet, especially in agricultural settings.
• High Informality: Over 60% of employment is informal, limiting worker protections and productivity gains.
• Skills Gap: Educational quality and digital literacy lag, hindering workers' ability to complement new technologies.

Opportunities arise from technological progress and service exports, but require supportive policies. Women concentrate in services (harder to automate) while men dominate agriculture and manufacturing.

Policy Recommendations

The report recommends:

1. Promote Technology Adoption: Improve infrastructure, regulations, and business capabilities, especially in SMEs and agriculture.
2. Strengthen Skills Development: Invest in early childhood education, digital literacy, and vocational training aligned with labor market needs.
3. Adapt Labor Market Policies: Develop digital intermediation tools, expand social protection for platform workers, and balance employer-employee relationships for financing.

By addressing skill mismatches and improving technology diffusion, CADR countries can better leverage technological advancements for inclusive growth.