Conceptual Aspects of Global Value Chains

Pol Antras

No 9114, Policy Research Working Paper Series from The World Bank

Abstract: The paper offers an overview of some key conceptual aspects associated with the rise of global value chains (GVCs). It outlines a series of alternative interpretations and definitions of what the rise of GVCs entails, and it traces the implications of these alternative conceptualizations for the measurement of the phenomenon, as well as for elucidating the key determinants and implications of GVC participation, both at the country level and at the firm level. In the process, the paper offers some speculative thoughts about the future of GVCs in light of the advent of an array of new technologies.

Keywords: International Trade and Trade Rules; Common Carriers Industry; Food&Beverage Industry; Pulp&Paper Industry; General Manufacturing; Construction Industry; Business Cycles and Stabilization Policies; Plastics&Rubber Industry; Textiles; Apparel&Leather Industry; Industrial and Consumer Services and Products; Transport and Trade Logistics; Trade and Services (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020-01-21
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Working Paper: Conceptual Aspects of Global Value Chains (2019)
Working Paper: Conceptual Aspects of Global Value Chains (2019)
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