The multi-dimension of international logistics performance and export flows: An empirical study from developing countries

Huynh, Cong Minh and Hong, Thien Huong (2022): The multi-dimension of international logistics performance and export flows: An empirical study from developing countries.

Abstract

This research empirically examines how the overall logistics performance index (LPI) and its different dimensions affect export flows in 38 developing countries during the period 2007-2018. Results significantly shows positive impacts of the overall index of international logistics performance and its five dimensions on export flows, including Customs (C), Infrastructure (I), International shipments (IS), Logistics quality and competence (LQC), and Timeliness (T). Notably, three dimensions of LPI that have the strongest impacts on export flows are LQC, T, and C. The findings provide policymakers strong evidence on making the right decisions to facilitate and enhance the export flows by promoting international logistics performance in developing countries.

• Item Type: MPRA Paper
• Language: English
• Keywords: Developing countries; International logistics performance; Export flows
• Subjects: F - International Economics > F1 - Trade > F14 - Empirical Studies of Trade; H - Public Economics > H5 - National Government Expenditures and Related Policies > H54 - Infrastructures ; Other Public Investment and Capital Stock; O - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth > O2 - Development Planning and Policy > O24 - Trade Policy ; Factor Movement Policy ; Foreign Exchange Policy

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