Diese Dissertation befasst sich mit dem veränderten Wesen internationalen Handels und internationaler Handelspolitik, im Hinblick auf die Implikationen für Firmen und den Arbeitsmarkt. Sie besteht aus drei Kapiteln. Kapitel 1 erforscht die Auswirkungen des Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA)...

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) show structural shortcomings with regard to the development of international markets. Thus, it is the explicit goal of foreign trade promotion to foster the degree of internationalisation of SMEs. Yet, empirical research whether foreign trade promotion...

Germany was considered the world's export champion for a long time, until it was overtaken by China in 2009. Both nations provide officially supported export credits to national exporting organizations, but the two systems operate differently. German export credit guarantees serve as a...