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Significance
The near-term measures needed to address the social impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in the region include support for recovery of the labour market and, in particular, women’s employment.
Impacts
Despite Omicron’s reportedly limited economic impact, control of the virus remains key for the region’s economic performance.
Latin American women have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic in terms of employment and care responsibilities.
Higher inflation poses a new, acute threat for poor and middle-income Latin American households.
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