¿What actors are part of the consolidation of labor informality in Cúcuta? ¿Qué actores hacen parte de la consolidación de la informalidad laboral en Cúcuta?

Abstract

The research work focuses on the phenomenon of informal commerce in the city of Cúcuta, it manifests itself as a palpable response to the economic challenges faced by various sectors of society. It is evident that this form of commerce has played a significant role in generating job opportunities for a considerable segment of the population. However, along with their benefits, they also pose significant challenges. One of the most notable aspects is the creation of unequal competition in the market, since informal traders operate in a different context and, sometimes, without the same regulations and obligations as formal traders. Furthermore, informal commerce often generates problems related to the occupation of public space, affecting urban planning and the comfort of citizens. In this context, the proposal aims to address these fundamental problems through a strategy that promotes awareness of the risks associated with informality in trade. The aim is to promote the transition towards the formalization of these activities through the implementation of an educational guide. This guide would be designed to inform and assist informal traders in the transition process towards a formal and legal commercial operation. It is essential to recognize the need to simplify government administrative processes related to formalization. This would facilitate and speed up the transition of informal traders towards legality, removing obstacles and providing clear incentives to operate within a legal framework. In addition, the proposal seeks a cultural change in the perception of the long-term benefits that come with the legal operation of a business. The aim is to instill a mentality that values business legality, recognizing the economic and social benefits that come from this transition towards formality.