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Technical Note

The Informal Economy of Pakistan

Muhammad Shehryar Shahid

INDUSTRY :

AREA : Business Government/International Economy

ORGANIZATION : Economy Of Pakistan

LENGTH : 31

LUMS No : 16-299-2014-2

PUBLICATION YEAR : 2014

KEYWORDS:

Informal Economy,Pakistan,Liberalisation,Globalisation,Impact on Governance, Poverty, Entrepreneurial Development,Future,Motivating Factors

DESCRIPTION:

This note is written in the context of the growing interest in the informal economy of Pakistan in the academic spheres and at the policy level. After an introductory overview of the conceptual framework of the informal economy, this note explores the extent of this economy with specific reference to Pakistan. Furthermore, it will take a comparative approach to the study of determinants of informal economy, highlighting variations in economic, socio-cultural and state regulatory factors which motivate workers to operate in this sector.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

To enhance sklls in comprehending the intricate concepts embedded in the informal economy. Achieve an empirical overview of the extent and determinants of the informal economy with specific reference to Pakistan. It is expected to aid policy makers and/or officials of relevant government departments in mutually discussing and suggesting possible policy measures with regards to tackling the informal sector of Pakistan, using the findings of existing studies.

SUBJECTS COVERED:

Business Government, International Economy