On 22 May 2023, Kathmandu University School of Management published the Conference Proceeding of 1st International Conference on Trade Openness, Economic Development, and Economic Sustainability held on 07-08 March 2023.
The COVID-19 pandemic and the slowdown in the global economy are hitting hard many African countries, especially those already struggling with the negative effects of climate change. In this context, transitioning towards a more ecologically sustainable economy is not only necessary but also presents significant opportunities for economic development in these countries. However, achieving this transition is hindered by the difficulty of mobilizing funding, particularly in French-speaking African countries.
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This project seeks to expand and promote knowledge co-production in developing countries on the linkages of the WTO, international trade policy, and circular economy (CE) from regional, national and sub-national outlooks. It is particularly important, especially in light of recent topics that have been the focus of G20 discussions.
For several years, the Zambian economy relied on the mining sector, which has been affected by fluctuations in commodity prices. The new century enhanced the calls for economic diversification, with the agricultural, manufacturing, and services sectors amongst those pronounced. This article focused on the role of agriculture in supporting the economy, particularly, the effect of agriculture on economic growth. The data analyzed was reviewed for the period 1983–2017. The ARDL Bounds Test was applied in order to meet the said objectives.