Digital trade agreements and their effect on e-commerce expansion in emerging markets
1 Department Computer Science, QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY, Bangladesh.
2 Department CHIF Advisor, SHOPAN BD, Bangladesh.
3 Department marketing head, SHOPAN bd, Bangladesh.
4 Department Computer Science, QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY, Bangladesh.
5 Department Computer Science, University of Science and Technology Chittagong, Bangladesh.
6 Department Computer Science, International Islamic University Chittagong, Bangladesh.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2021, 12(02), 712-721
Publication history:
Received on 2 October 2021; revised on 22 November 2021; accepted on 29 November 2021
Abstract:
Digital trade agreements are playing an increasingly influential role in shaping the e-commerce landscape across emerging markets. As global trade continues to shift toward online platforms, these agreements provide the necessary legal and institutional frameworks to facilitate digital transactions, enhance interoperability, and promote trust in the digital environment. Emerging economies are leveraging digital provisions embedded within bilateral and regional trade agreements to improve market access, foster cross-border collaboration, and accelerate digital transformation.
This article investigates the impact of digital trade agreements on e-commerce growth, focusing on critical areas such as cross-border data flows, electronic payments, cybersecurity, and digital taxation. It highlights how well-structured agreements contribute to the reduction of trade frictions, expansion of digital infrastructure, and integration of small businesses into international value chains. While these agreements open new opportunities for digital commerce, challenges persist, including regulatory misalignment, limited digital capacity, and infrastructure gaps. Using comparative analysis and case studies from selected emerging economies, the article provides insights into policy effectiveness, implementation gaps, and strategic approaches for maximizing the benefits of digital trade. It concludes by offering policy recommendations that support inclusive and sustainable e-commerce expansion through strengthened digital cooperation and harmonized trade standards.
Keywords:
Digital Trade Agreements; E-Commerce Expansion; Emerging Markets; Cross-Border Data Flows; Electronic Transactions; Digital Infrastructure
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