of cross-country differences in the persistence of productivity differentials. Specifically, we focus on the effects of … convergence rates. Consistent with theories, the persistence of productivity differentials is found to be positively correlated …, productivity convergence appears to be enhanced by human capital but deterred by government spending. …

The article examines the Hong Kong export performance. A standard export demand formulation is used as the benchmark … of imports from China on export volume. The study models the Hong Kong domestic exports and re-exports separately …, compares the performance of exports to the rest of the world, US and Japan, and uses destination-and-export-type specific unit …

The article examines the Hong Kong export performance. A standard export demand formulation is used as the benchmark … costs of imports from China on export volume. The study models the Hong Kong domestic exports and re-exports separately …, compares the performance of exports to the rest of the world, US and Japan, and uses destination-and-export-type specific unit …