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The not-so-generalized effects of the generalized system of preferences
Ornelas, Emanuel; Ritel, Marcos - 2018
We use an empirical gravity equation approach to study how nonreciprocal trade preferences (NRTPs), enacted mainly through the Generalized System of Preferences, affect the exports of the beneficiary nations. In line with existing studies, the average trade effect stemming from nonreciprocal...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011924652
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The Not-so-Generalized Effects of the Generalized System of Preferences
Ornelas, Emanuel - 2019
We use an empirical gravity equation approach to study how nonreciprocal trade preferences (NRTPs), enacted mainly through the Generalized System of Preferences, affect the exports of the beneficiary nations. In line with existing studies, the average trade effect stemming from nonreciprocal...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10012892267
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The dark side of the generalized system of preferences
Herz, Bernhard; Wagner, Marco - 2010
The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) was established to promote the exports of low-income countries to … complex and the effects of GSP have been found to be controversial. While previous studies solely analyzed preferential … the overall and dynamic effects common to the various GSP schemes in order to provide generalized recommendations for …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009751386
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Special and differential treatment for developing countries
Ornelas, Emanuel - 2016
Special and Differential Treatment for Developing Countries (SDT) constitutes a central feature of the GATT/WTO system. Its formal goal is to foster export-led growth in developing countries. Its theoretical foundations and empirical support are, however, weak at best. In particular, SDT...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011444497
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Chapter 7. Special and Differential Treatment for Developing Countries
Ornelas, E. - 2016
Special and Differential Treatment for Developing Countries (SDT) constitutes a central feature of the GATT/WTO system. Its formal goal is to foster export-led growth in developing countries. Its theoretical foundations and empirical support are, however, weak at best. In particular, SDT...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10014023448
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ADB Distinguished Speakers Program : Poverty and Redistribution in Emerging Economies
Mirrlees, James A. - 2012
This presentation is about poverty and redistribution in emerging economics. It was prepared for the Asian Development Bank’s Distinguished Speakers Program held on 25 October 2011 at the ADB Headquarters. Various types of poverty alleviation programs are discussed, and the central role of...
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FDI Inflows and Domestic Firms : Adjustments to New Export Opportunities
McCaig, Brian; Pavcnik, Nina; Wong, Woan Foong - National Bureau of Economic Research - 2022
We investigate the long-term effects of export opportunities to a large destination market on multinational affiliates and domestic firms in a low-income host country. The US-Vietnam Bilateral Trade Agreement reduced US import tariffs on exports from Vietnam. Tariff reductions led to entry of...
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The not-so-generalized effects of the generalized system of preferences
Ornelas, Emanuel; Ritel, Marcos - 2018
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011938778
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The Initial and Potential Impact of Preferential Access to the U.S. Market Under the African Growth and Opportunity Act
Brenton, Paul - 2016
The ability to export clothing products under preferences with liberal rules of origin is the key factor currently determining whether the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has a significant impact on non-oil exporting African countries. At present only a small number of countries...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10012749532
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‘God Save the Brexit’ : Tax Implications of Leave Vote
Ambagtsheer-Pakarinen, Laura - 2020
This study was drafted shortly after the announcement of the referendum by which the United Kingdom decided to leave the European Union. In this article, the authors make a comprehensive assessment of what would be the tax consequences attached the decision. The article is of interest not only...
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