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Evaluating the combined effects of inspections and technical assistance on international trade

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  • Fernandez, Linda
  • Das, Monica

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We investigate the effects of import inspections and technical assistance on international trade through a dynamic analysis of the timing and impact of importer and exporter efforts to address information asymmetries and biosecurity risks. We employ the Multiple Indicator Solution with panel data of technical assistance, inspections and exports for 30 countries. Results show that both inspections and technical assistance have a positive and significant impact on trade volume, while minimizing biosecurity risks in trade, thereby aligning with goals of the World Trade Organization. The impact of technical assistance on exports depends on the type of assistance and country characteristics.

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  • Fernandez, Linda & Das, Monica, 2025. "Evaluating the combined effects of inspections and technical assistance on international trade," International Economics, Elsevier, vol. 183(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:inteco:v:183:y:2025:i:c:s2110701725000368
    DOI: 10.1016/j.inteco.2025.100613
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    • C23 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Single Equation Models; Single Variables - - - Models with Panel Data; Spatio-temporal Models
    • F13 - International Economics - - Trade - - - Trade Policy; International Trade Organizations
    • F18 - International Economics - - Trade - - - Trade and Environment
    • Q17 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - Agriculture in International Trade

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