Essays about: "Bilateral Trade"

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  1. 1. The Impact of Language on Bilateral Trade

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Wilma Geust; Hanna Szinai; [2024]
    Keywords : gravity; language; bilateral trade; trade models; internet;

    Abstract : This paper investigates the impact of different language factors on international bilateral trade from 1996 to 2020 through gravity model analysis. Sharing a common language has been proven to facilitate trade between countries and is often included as an indicator variable in the gravity model of trade. READ MORE

  3. 2. THE ROLE OF DEMOCRACY IN THE SELECTION OF AID RECIPIENTS A Case Study Investigating the Decision-Making Process of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida)

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Ismail Bazine; [2023-06-20]
    Keywords : Sida; Development Aid; Decision-Making Process; Selection of Aid Recipients; State Actors; Non-State Actors; Democracy;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to explore how the level of democracy in recipient countries affects the decision-making process of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) when determining whether to provide aid to state or non-state actors. While existing research has predominantly focused on donor motivations and interests based on aid allocation patterns, little attention has been given to the selection process employed by donor agencies and the factors that guide this process. READ MORE

  4. 3. Mind the Gap: Quantifying fraud on Swedish exports using bilateral trade asymmetries

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Giulian Etingin-Frati; Ivelina Ilkova; [2023]
    Keywords : International taxation; Trade; Tax evasion; Customs;

    Abstract : Using open-source international trade statistics, we analyse cases where export country statistics do not match import country statistics for the same trade flow due to fraud. Specifically, we are interested in uncovering undervaluation fraud, whereby importers understate the value of their goods in order to pay lower taxes. READ MORE

  5. 4. European Union and Trade Flows: The Case of Lithuania

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Eva Businskyte; [2023]
    Keywords : trade; European Union; Lithuania; gravity model; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : This paper examines the impact of EU integration on Lithuania's direction of trade flows. Using a gravity model and bilateral trade data from 1995 to 2020, the study aims to understand changes in trade flows after joining the EU and provide practical implications for policymakers, businesses, and investors. READ MORE

  6. 5. Is there a J-curve in the bilateral trade between Sweden and the Euro area? An industry data approach.

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Olav Solhusløkk Höse; [2023]
    Keywords : Bilateral trade; industry data; Sweden; Euro area; trade balance; exchange rate; J-curve effect; ARDL; bounds test;

    Abstract : This paper examines the effects of the exchange rate on bilateral industry trade in Sweden's trade with the Euro area. This is done by examining whether the J-curve effect exists using quarterly data from 1995 until 2022. READ MORE