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The global value chain: Challenges faced by ASEAN least developed countries

Pushkar Pushp and Faisal Ahmed

Journal of Policy Modeling, 2023, vol. 45, issue 6, 1223-1245

Abstract: We identify seven global value chain (GVC)-related challenges faced by the least developed countries (LDCs) of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region. The LDCs face some of the most rudimentary challenges related to trade participation and competitiveness. The challenges identified in the paper have been empirically validated using Fuzzy AHP modelling to decipher the priority weights. The findings reveal that ‘infrastructural and logistical constraints’ is the most imperative challenge followed by ‘limited FDI inflows’ and ‘inadequate development of SME clusters. The remaining challenges include: inadequate aid-for-trade, dismal LDC participation through the RTA/FTA route, lack of robust industrial policy, constraints in value chain upgradation, limited FDI. The study is beneficial for industry and provides useful inputs for policy-making. It helps in ascertaining optimal resource allocation for the purpose of enhancing trade competitiveness and economic development.

Keywords: GVCs; ASEAN; LDCs; Fuzzy-AHP; International trade (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpolmod.2023.06.001

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