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Technical note

Labour Overview in times of COVID-19: Impact on the labour market and income in Latin America and the Caribbean [Second Edition]

Latin America and the Caribbean are experiencing an unprecedented crisis in their labour markets as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The sharp loss of employment, hours worked, and income reflects the significant effects that the reduction in the level of economic activity has had on labour dynamics.