This paper examines the effects of human capital on SMEs’ participation in global value chains using Indonesian firm-level data. The…

A perfect storm is on the horizon, as COVID-19 has drastically aggravated the global economy and trade. Many countries restricted…

The COVID-19 pandemic has laid bare the pitfalls of the world’s heavy dependency on China as a manufacturing hub. Faced with supply…

Trafficking, tax cheating, cash-in-hand unrecorded deals, prostitution, smuggling, illegal drugs: all of the above behaviours – plus a…

This brief reports on a rapid assessment of labor demand in Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to help understand the impact of coronavirus…

This brief examines the role of export credit agencies (ECAs) in supporting trade and investment, and highlights how greater regional…

The size, ownership structure, and financing capability of small and medium-sized enterprises drive their participation in global value…

The Moon Jae-in administration’s economic policy is composed of three pillars: Income-Led Growth, Innovative Growth and Fair Economy.…

According to the World Steel Association, China was the leading producer of steel in the world in 2018, followed by India, Japan, US and…

As maritime neighbours, India and the countries of East Africa have a long history of trade relations, as well as cultural and…