From the Great Divergence to South-South divergence
The long era of the Great Divergence has come to an end. Ewout Frankema argues that we need to focus on the economic divergence across the Global South
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Global Economy
Leading dispute resolution worldwide
Ashleigh Brocchieri discusses how the ICC International Court of Arbitration has developed dispute resolution and prevention techniques for business for 100 years
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The new economics of industrial policy
Industrial policy is at the heart of modern economic policy. Réka Juhász, Nathaniel Lane and Dani Rodrik assess the latest research and consider how to do industrial policy well
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Globalisation and crossborder data transfers
Banri Ito and Eiichi Tomiura use a survey of Japanese firms in 2019 and 2021 to examine the dynamics of corporate activities related to crossborder data flows
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Talking about competitiveness in Europe: productivity not protection
The European Commission put EU competitiveness at the top of the agenda. Filippo di Mauro and Marco Matani argue that productivity, financial soundness, and quality orientation are the most important factors
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Governance at a turning point
International governance has brough indisputable benefits, but mistrust has grown. Christine Lagarde calls for policymakers to focus on citizens’ priorities whilst being courageous and accountable
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Economic warfare: lessons from two World Wars
Present-day sanctions have their origins in economic warfare in the two World Wars. Mark Harrison reviews that experience and the lessons we can learn
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Finding solutions to global challenges
The shifting regulatory, political, and economic landscape has brought challenges to companies and regulators. Elise Donovan considers the role of IFCs in an uncertain world
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Explaining the rise of Javier Milei in Argentina
The Argentine electorate shocks the world. Wilbert Jan Derksen considers the election of Milei and how he could be a catalyst for more libertarian leaders in Latin America
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WCR Best Registry for Sustainable Shipping 2024
World Commerce Review is pleased to announce that the Isle of Man Ship Registry has been awarded the WCR Best Registry for Sustainable Shipping 2024
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