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E-commerce Policy and the Global Economy: A Path to More Inclusive Development?

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  • Alan A. Ahi

    (University of Aberdeen
    University of Helsinki, Finland Helsinki University
    LUT University)

  • Noemi Sinkovics

    (University of Glasgow)

  • Rudolf R. Sinkovics

    (University of Glasgow
    LUT University)

Abstract

The advancement of digitalization is gradually transforming the existing structure of the global economy. According to the McKinsey Global Institute, almost all cross-border transactions had a digital component in 2016. This is also reflected by the growing literature on digitalization and E-commerce. Yet, studies specifically focusing on E-commerce policy are scarce compared with other areas in this domain. By going beyond academic articles and including policy documents in our analysis, this study takes stock of the issues as well as the policy recommendations identified in these publications. Our analysis reveals that to promote an inclusive E-commerce participation, it is imperative to design policies that improve countries’ formal institutions, facilitate the inclusion of less-developed countries in the E-commerce space, and enhance E-commerce adoption by small- and medium-sized enterprises. We highlight the significance of collaboration between and solidarity among governments and other stakeholders.

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  • Alan A. Ahi & Noemi Sinkovics & Rudolf R. Sinkovics, 2023. "E-commerce Policy and the Global Economy: A Path to More Inclusive Development?," Management International Review, Springer, vol. 63(1), pages 27-56, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:manint:v:63:y:2023:i:1:d:10.1007_s11575-022-00490-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s11575-022-00490-1
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