Economic Impact Of The Withdrawal Of The Gsp On Singapore

Author : Mun Heng Toh,Linda Low
Publisher : Institute of Southeast Asian
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789813035911

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Economic Impact of the Withdrawal of the GSP on Singapore by Mun Heng Toh,Linda Low Pdf

This study is part of an ESCAP/UNCTAD/UNDP regional project. The objectives for the Singapore case-study include identifying the products affected by the GSP withdrawal and assessing how Singapore can regain its competitiveness, which may involve the restructuring of such industries and, if need be, also relocation. First, the economic impact of the pre-graduation country scenario is analysed in terms of composition and structure of GSP exports, GSP export growth, and market shares. This covers overall GSP performance as well as GSP exports to the United States. This is followed by an analysis of the post-graduation country scenario, that is, the economic impact after the withdrawal of the U.S. GSP in 1989. The policy implications and options at both the government and business sector levels are assessed and the conclusions of the study, which may be useful to other target countries, are also provided.

Author : International Trade Law Center,Arthur E. Appleton,Michael G. Plummer
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 3117 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2007-12-31
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780387226880

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The World Trade Organization by International Trade Law Center,Arthur E. Appleton,Michael G. Plummer Pdf

The editors have succeeded in bringing together an excellent mix of leading scholars and practitioners. No book on the WTO has had this wide a scope before or covered the legal framework, economic and political issues, current and would-be countries and a outlook to the future like these three volumes do. 3000 pages, 80 chapters in 3 volumes cover a very interdiscplinary field that touches upon law, economics and politics.

Author : Hiroshi Shimizu
Publisher : NUS Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9971693844

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Japanese Firms in Contemporary Singapore by Hiroshi Shimizu Pdf

This pioneering work discusses the role of Japan in the economic development of Singapore since 1965 by looking at the nature and extent of the value-added activities of Japanese multinational corporations (MNCs) in the manufacturing, construction, and retailing sectors. Japan's economic presence and influence were very strong in Singapore during this period. The city-state was a major recipient of Japanese foreign direct investment in Asia, and was also an important overseas customer for Japanese manufacturing and construction firms. In this book, Hiroshi Shimizu examines the value-added activities of Japanese multinational corporations in Singapore, drawing on case studies of leading companies such as Minebea, Pokka Corporation, Kikkoman, Bridgestone, and Isetan. He uses this information to analyse Japanese foreign direct investment in Singapore as part of an Asian or global strategy, explaining competition and co-operation between Japanese MNCs and local firms, and evaluating various factors that led to a decline of Japan and the rise in the importance of China in Singapore, particularly since the late 1990s.

Author : Paul Cheung,Xie Taojun
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2023-08-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000929966

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The ASEAN Digital Economy by Paul Cheung,Xie Taojun Pdf

Boasting the fastest growing Internet market in the world, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is accelerating into the digital economy. This book assesses the potential economic impact of digital economy agreements (DEAs) and the readiness of some ASEAN member states to grow the digital economy in collaboration. The book presents a novel framework to assess countries’ readiness to enter digital economy collaborations, following the architecture of Singapore’s DEAs with its trading partners. It takes a bird’s-eye view of the digital economy in ASEAN and reviews the current state of digital infrastructure and regulations. The book also includes simulation exercises to project economic outcomes delivered by regional collaborations. It also elaborates on the specific strengths and weaknesses of five ASEAN member states. These ASEAN member states include Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Cambodia. The book concludes by revisiting the ASEAN economy as a whole. It points out key issues country leaders need to work on as they proceed with digital economy collaborations. This book is written for scholars, policymakers, and industrial practitioners who wish to learn the latest developments in the ASEAN digital economy.

Author : Toh Mun Heng
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789813228337

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Lifting Productivity In Singapore's Retail And Food Services Sectors: The Role Of Technology, Manpower And Marketing by Toh Mun Heng Pdf

Measuring productivity is often considered a difficult task for industries in the services sectors. This book offers a solution in the form of the 8M approach -- Management, Manpower, Method, Money, Market, Make, Material and Message. This 8M framework is used to analyze the many facets of productivity and make pertinent solutions and suggestions to lift productivity in enterprises, especially those in the retail and food services sectors. This book consists of 10 chapters. Each chapter is an in-depth study of a specific measure, be it a technological system, a manpower strategy or a marketing program to improve the performance and productivity of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the retail and food services sectors in Singapore. Technology-driven solutions are the highlight of this book. Every study presented involves field work in terms of surveys, interviews or focus group discussions with stakeholders. The findings of the studies lead to policy recommendations and suggestions for improving the productivity performance of SMEs in the retail and food services sectors. Contents: About the AuthorAcknowledgementsForewordPrefaceIntroductionThe Use of Lean Management Principle and Practices for Productivity Improvement in the Retail and Food Services Sectors of SingaporeUse of Self-service Technology in Supermarkets: Case Study of a Supermarket and Consumer ResponsesSeeking Productivity Improvement with Self Service Technology (SST) in the F&B Sector: Case Study of Six Restaurants and a Consumer SurveyIntegrating the Supply Chain with RFID: A Study on Boosting Productivity in the Retail and F&B SectorsThe Role of Shared Services in Improving Productivity in the Food Services Sector3D Printing as a Means of Improving ProductivityM-commerce as a Strategy to Increase Productivity in Singapore Effectiveness of Cash Management Technologies and Cashless Payments in Retail and Food Services SectorsAdopting Job Redesign Principles to Transform Business Operations and Raise Productivity in the Retail and Food Services SectorsEffectiveness of Loyalty Cards in Improving Business Performance and Productivity: An Appraisal in the Retail and F&B Industry of SingaporeConcluding RemarksReferences Readership: Policy makers in public sectors; bosses and executives of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), general readers interested in productivity in Singapore. Keywords: Productivity;Technology;Manpower;Marketing;RFID; Job Redesign;3D Printing;SingaporeReview: Key Features: Use of the 8 M framework in diagnosing, analysis and provision of solution to productivity problemsIn-depth studies supported by surveys and/ or case studies in each of the chapterEach chapter is self-contained, easy to read and jargon-free. Where possible, experience in other countries are included to provide comparison and appreciation of situation in Singapore

Author : Francis E Hutchinson,Terence Chong
Publisher : ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-14
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789814695589

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The SIJORI Cross-Border Region by Francis E Hutchinson,Terence Chong Pdf

Twenty-five years ago, the governments of Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia agreed to jointly promote the city-state, the state of Johor in Malaysia, and the Riau Islands in Indonesia. Facilitated by common cultural references, a more distant shared history, and complementary attributes, interactions between the three territories developed quickly. Logistics networks have proliferated and production chains link firms based in one location with affiliates or transport facilities in the other territories. These cross-border links have enabled all three locations to develop their economies and enjoy rising standards of living. Initially economic in nature, the interactions between Singapore, Johor, and the Riau Islands have multiplied and grown deeper. Today, people cross the borders to work, go to school, or avail of an increasing range of goods and services. New political, social, and cultural phenomena have developed. Policymakers in the various territories now need to reconcile economic imperatives and issues of identity and sovereignty. Enabled by their proximity and increasing opportunities, families have also begun to straddle borders, with resulting questions about citizenship and belonging. Using the Cross-Border Region framework - which seeks to analyse these three territories as one entity simultaneously divided and bound together by its borders - this book brings together scholars from a range of disciplines. Its 18 chapters and more than 20 maps examine the interaction between Singapore, Johor, and the Riau Islands over the past quarter-century, and seek to shed light on how these territories could develop in the future.

Author : British Library of Political and Economic Science
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 766 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Economics
ISBN : 0415074614

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International Bibliography of Economics by British Library of Political and Economic Science Pdf

IBSS is the essential tool for librarians, university departments, research institutions and any public or private institution whose work requires access to up-to-date and comprehensive knowledge of the social sciences.

Author : Ikuo Kuroiwa
Publisher : Institute of Southeast Asian Studies
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 9789812309341

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Plugging into Production Networks by Ikuo Kuroiwa Pdf

This work focuses on how less developed economies in Southeast Asia, namely Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam (CLMV), can establish links with neighbouring countries and participate in production networks. It also takes a look at links between Singapore and the Batam-Bintan-Karimun (BBK) Special Economic Zone in Indonesia. Leading Southeast Asian economies have achieved rapid economic growth by participating in production networks organized by multinational enterprises. It is thus crucial for less developed economies in Southeast Asia to improve their investment climate, attract foreign direct investment, and form competitive industrial clusters. Service link costs must also be reduced substantially to make production fragmentation economically feasible. The authors in this book discuss these issues and provide policy recommendations.

Author : OECD Development Centre
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1999-01-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789264180758

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Development Centre Seminars Growth and Competition in the New Global Economy by OECD Development Centre Pdf

This publication offers a stimulating, well-informed tour of the issues which policy makers will have to resolve if the integration of the NEEs into the world economy is to be facilitated

Author : Joseph L.H. Tan
Publisher : Institute of Southeast Asian
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789813055155

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AFTA in the Changing International Economy by Joseph L.H. Tan Pdf

This timely volume reviews the rapidly changing international economic environment and raises a range of issues and concerns pertaining to recent developments and the future of AFTA, ASEAN Free Trade Area. Part one is devoted to thematic analyses and perspectives dealing with trade; enlarging the ASEAN regional grouping; and relations with the World Trade Organization (WTO). Part two analyses AFTA in a wider comparative perpectives, examining relationships with the major trading patners of ASEAN, namely the United States (and more broadly NAFTA); Japan; and the European Union.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Pacific Area
ISBN : UCSD:31822008482002

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Pacific Newsletter by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 798 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Foreign trade regulation
ISBN : NYPL:33433116721014

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Trade Policy Review by Anonim Pdf

Author : Keiji Omura
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 706 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Asia
ISBN : UCSD:31822023965825

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The View of Economic and Technology Cooperation in APEC by Keiji Omura Pdf

Author : Basant Kapur,Euston Quah,Hian Teck Hoon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 632 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Asia
ISBN : UCSD:31822025635533

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Development, Trade, and the Asia-Pacific by Basant Kapur,Euston Quah,Hian Teck Hoon Pdf

Author : Usha C. V. Haley
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UCSD:31822028752657

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Strategic Management in the Asia Pacific by Usha C. V. Haley Pdf

'Strategic Management in the Asia Pacific' assembles an international team of world-famous practitioners and experts to cover the most significant aspects of doing business in the Asia Pacific. Recent developments such as the domino declines in the world financial markets clearly demonstrate that: * we live, and perceive ourselves as living, in an interdependent world where business developments in Hong Kong can affect those in New York, London or Sao Paolo * understanding how to manage effectively in the Asia Pacific positively affects multinationals' profits and survival. 'Strategic Management in the Asia Pacific' explores how to manage effectively and profitably in the Asia Pacific and identifies and interprets important environmental characteristics and key stakeholders' influences. Sources for up-to-the-minute information to make strategic decisions are also indicated. Contributors include: Kam-Hon Lee, Dean of Business School, Chinese University of Hong Kong (who advised Coca-Cola's entry into China); Mike Hobday, University of Sussex (who advises the Malaysia Government on its 2020 policy); Ingo Walter, Stern School of Business, New York University (who advises several major governments and corporate institutions on international banking and finance); Chin Tiong Tan, National University of Singapore (who advises Singapore Airlines among other major companies); Kong Yam Tan, National University of Singapore (who served as Singapore's Chief Economist and is currently its Chair to APEC) and Ian Marsh, Professor of International Business, Australian Graduate School of Management. Usha Haley was formerly Visiting Professor at the Managing Business in Asia Programme, Australian National University, Canberra. She also serves as a consultant on issues concerning strategic management, business-government relations and foreign direct investment for several multinational corporations in North America, Australasia, Europe and Asia. Examines strategic management and organizational change in Asia Pacific from a number of different perspectives: local governments; local companies and MNCs. No other book covers this topic with such range and scope. Quality contributors.