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3 September 2020

Technology and Work: General

The Future of Work Requires More, Not Less Technology in Developing Countries

Digital technology is transforming the organization and location of production, and thus the future of work. It risks widening the gap between richer and developing countries, and between the better skilled and connected and the poorer population groups within countries, who stand to bear the brunt of the adjustment. But technology also creates opportunities (leapfrogging), to generate jobs, increase earnings and be more inclusive.

by Luc Christiaensen, Siddartha Raja
World Bank Group
Developing Economy, Employment, Future Of Work, Inclusion, Labour Markets, Livelihood, Poverty, Skills, Wages

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Siddartha Raja

Luc Christiaensen

World Bank Group

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