This paper proposes a new way for analysing the international trade of intermediaries good. We consider the case of automobile parts with the objective to cross analytic tools from international economics and industrial dynamics. Within the Economy of proximity framework, we propose a method for...

Cet article propose une comparaison des chaînes d’approvisionnement des industries automobiles allemande et française. En nous appuyant sur les travaux en termes de Global Value Chains, nous proposons une méthode pour étudier la fragmentation internationale des chaînes...

This paper presents the sectoral and geographic distribution of R&D-related activities, in comparison with manufacturing activities, by analysing data (from the fDi Markets database) on the number of cross-border greenfield investment projects. Investments are concentrated in fewer sectors and...