By the end of August 2023, 15 FTAs to which Vietnam is a party are still in effect, of which 4 are so-called new-generation FTAs. Having these treaty texts signed and ratified, i.e. having the law in books, is not enough; it is just the necessary…
The inclusion of sustainable development provisions in international investment agreements (IIAs) has proliferated. Compared with the initial purpose of investment protection, the creation of IIAs has been moving towards balancing the interest of…
ICT brought hope for women entrepreneurs all over the world but in an emerging economy like that of Nepal, women mostly serve as micro- entrepreneurs and face everyday challenges of whether to be an "opportunity" entrepreneur or remain a "necessity…
Mountain-route tourism is regarded as the best way to attract tourists who wish to engage in various activities close to nature. It has been providing business opportunities to the lowincome people living in the mountain region and contributing to…
Sustainable business practices (SBPs) offerseveral positive outcomes for the firms and alongside firms are receiving significant level of support at policy level and operational level from different partners. Despite this, the adoption has been low…