The Lagos Plan of Action and Abuja Treaty serve as foundations for the AfCFTA, which is based on Africa's economic unification goal. Its five-year implementation is evaluated in this research, which also highlights opportunities, advancements, and…
This paper examines how artificial intelligence (AI), e-commerce, and digital trade are reshaping global trade systems and what these changes mean for Africa in general and particularly for Nigeria. These three elements now sit at the centre of…
Innovation is recognized as an important catalyst for growth and competitiveness in the global economy, yet its specific impact on firm performance remains inadequately explored, particularly across different sectors in the context of developing…
Pakistan and China have a deep bilateral partnership based on trust, diplomacy, and shared interests. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) are the main pillars of their economic cooperation. However,…
A persistent problem faced by Pakistan has been the balance of payments deficit. The merchandise exports have been considerably lower than the merchandise imports. Pakistan has not been able to move up the quality ladder which is why the exports…