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[Re]Configuring Websites for National Development

Broome, Pearson A. - In: International Journal of Public Administration in the … 3 (2016) 3, pp. 33-56

This paper argues that although there are benefits to be derived from the use of website technologies, despite their public pronouncements, actors from governments and the private sector have been equally guilty of not recognizing their importance. Some development actors seemingly see their...

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Caribbean Civil Society: Development Role and Policy Implications

Bowen, Glenn A. - In: Nonprofit Policy Forum 4 (2013) 1, pp. 81-97

Abstract Civil society organizations (CSOs) in Caribbean countries have performed social service delivery and program implementation roles for many years. Using survey, interview, and document review techniques, this cross-national study explored the potential role of nonprofit, nongovernmental,...

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Leveraging growth spillovers to navigate CARICOM trade relations in the post-COVID-19 global space

Hosein, Roger; Gookool, Rebecca; Saridakis, George; … - In: EuroMed Journal of Business 19 (2023) 4, pp. 798-817

linkages between Caribbean Community (CARICOM) economies and its main traditional partners, including the European Union (EU-27 … examine the strength of the economic linkages between CARICOM economies and its main trading partners, such as the United … deepening of relations with non-traditional trade partners, for example, China. This becomes even more apparent when CARICOM is …

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Challenges confronting efficient port performance of selected countries in the Eastern Caribbean: what are the opportunities for Antigua and Barbuda?

Telemaque, Darwin Terral - In: Worldwide Hospitality and Tourism Themes 14 (2022) 2, pp. 169-178

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to shed light on emerging issues threatening the Eastern Caribbean and to suggest how Antigua's Port Authority redevelopment can assist in solving a major challenge. The fact that the ports have not improved in key areas appears to be impacting the ability of...

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The future of global trade and the WTO

Cling, Jean-Pierre - In: Foresight 16 (2014) 2, pp. 109-125

Purpose – The global governance of trade is in a deadlock and the WTO is suffering from a long standing crisis of legitimacy. This paper aims to analyse the main issues which might influence the governance of world trade from now until 2030 and present quantitative projections of international...

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Regional Integration, Subsidy Competition and the Relocation Choice of MNCs

Albornoz, Facundo; Corcos, Gregory - In: The B.E. Journal of Economic Analysis & Policy 7 (2007) 1

Abstract Regional integration makes relocation a more attractive option for Multinational Corporations (MNC), influencing in turn the provision of investment incentives by member countries. We examine in this context the effects of subsidy competition. To do so, we model the strategic...

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Trade facilitation in South Asia

Otsuki, Tsunehiro; Honda, Keiichiro; Wilson, John S. - In: South Asian Journal of Global Business Research 2 (2013) 2, pp. 172-190

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to discuss the progress and challenges of South Asia in trade liberalization and facilitation, and to quantitatively demonstrate the potential benefits of trade facilitation in South Asia. Design/methodology/approach – The quantitative study simulates...

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Globalisation and the emerging regional governance of labour rights

Deacon, Bob; De Lombaerde, Philippe; Macovei, Maria Cristina - In: International Journal of Manpower 32 (2011) 3, pp. 334-365

Purpose – This paper aims to review the case for improved (supra‐national) regional social and labour policies in principle, assess the extent to which existing regional associations of governments and regional organizations are actually developing effective regional labour policies in...

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Regional integration and the international strategies of large European firms

Rugman, A.M. - In: Strategic Direction 28 (2012) 9

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Regional integration policies to support job creation for Africa’s burgeoning youth population

Kararach, George; Hanson, Kobena T.; Léautier, Frannie A. - In: World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and … 7 (2011) 2/3/4, pp. 177-215

Africa is going through a youth bulge with more people under 25 than above 50 in all of its countries. Creating opportunities for the burgeoning number of youth is a challenge that cannot be solved only at the country level. Regional integration policies that expand the opportunity space by...

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