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The role of deep regional trade agreements in enhancing supply chain resilience: Evidence from the Asia-Pacific

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  • Yu, Chunjiao
  • Hu, Xuhuan

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Although existing studies have examined various drivers of supply chain resilience, including global trade tensions, the impact of regional trade agreements (RTAs) in the Asia-Pacific region has received limited empirical attention. Using data from APEC economies over 1995–2017, this study investigates how deepening RTAs enhance supply chain resilience across Asia–Pacific economies. The results indicate that deeper RTAs significantly strengthen supply chain resilience by improving institutional quality and reducing trade costs. These effects are more pronounced for multilateral RTAs and those containing “WTO-X” provisions, and are further amplified by stronger political ties. The positive impacts are particularly evident in East Asia and in settings characterized by intra-industry specialization. Moreover, the significant cross-regional spillover effects suggest that deepening Asia–Pacific RTAs bolster supply chain resilience both within and beyond the region. These findings offer important policy insights into promoting resilient supply chains through deeper regional integration in the Asia–Pacific.

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  • Yu, Chunjiao & Hu, Xuhuan, 2026. "The role of deep regional trade agreements in enhancing supply chain resilience: Evidence from the Asia-Pacific," Economic Analysis and Policy, Elsevier, vol. 90(C), pages 745-763.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:ecanpo:v:90:y:2026:i:c:p:745-763
    DOI: 10.1016/j.eap.2026.01.052
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