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Pension systems are a key component of universal social protection systems and of countries' welfare architectures, and are a determining factor in the income security of millions of older persons. They are a fundamental pillar of welfare states and reflect the capacity of countries to ensure the inclusion of workers in decent work conditions, guarantee the well-being of older persons and address inequalities throughout the life cycle. ECLAC has indicated that it is essential to consolidate comprehensive and sustainable pension systems, with increasing social solidarity and a gender equality perspective in their design.

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27-Mar-2023 | Project Documents 2010-Present, Project documents

Fortalecimiento de los sistemas de pensiones con la seguridad social y la sostenibilidad en el centro: elementos para la discusión de reformas previsionales en América Latina a partir de la experiencia comparada

Los sistemas de pensiones en América Latina, en particular aquellos en los que se implementaron procesos de reformas estructurales tendientes a la privatización de la seguridad social durante las décadas de 1980 y 1990, no han logrado cumplir con uno de sus principales objetivos: otorgar montos...

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