Digital trade has been driven by the technological revolution and the universalisation of the Internet, redefining both consumption and the structure of international trade. Despite its potential benefits, the digital transformation has brought with…
The primary objective of this paper was to empirically examine the impact of artificial intelligence on international trade in selected Sub-Saharan African countries for the period 2020 to 2024. The study utilized the Generalized Method of Moments (…
In this paper, a complex interplay is demonstrated, indicating that the impact of intellectual property rights (IPR) and patent protection varies in certain trade contexts. We review the IPR and patent laws in Oman and subsequent amendments…
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming work across the globe, challenging governments to address job displacement through domestic and trade-related measures. This Essay argues that WTO rules lack the coherence and flexibility needed to…
The kernel of the non-discrimination principle seems to be easily understandable, but actually a specific interpretation of it could be very knotty in the complicated FRAND context. A methodologically comparative illumination can be conducive to…
Paper for WTO publication entitled Trade in Knowledge, edited by Jayashree Watal and Anthony Taubman. This paper addresses trade-related aspects of copyright, assesses the challenges and opportunities for creative industries in developing countries…
The paper explores growth opportunities for developing countries by adding value through the use of IP. Through IP, developing countries can expand their participation in global value chains and reduces their dependence on traditional low value-…