Journal of World Trade Studies
Journal of World Trade Studies (JWTS) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary, and open access journal that engages with issues surrounding global trade, covering its political-economic, legal, socio-cultural, as well as applied and technical aspects. JWTS provides an in-depth and thought-provoking analysis of the world trading system designed and exercised at multilateral, plurilateral, regional, and bilateral levels. JWTS particularly focuses on analysing regimes that regulate and sustain the world trading system and examining important developments in the global trade landscape. JWTS welcomes manuscripts from academics and practitioners who employ interdisciplinary perspectives and focus on areas that are currently neglected or under-researched. By presenting a rigorous analysis, JWTS seeks to foster knowledge on global trade and assist policy-makers and trade negotiators in producing evidence-based trade policies.
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<![CDATA[The Role of SMEs in Indonesian E-Commerce to the Indonesian Economy during the Covid-19 Pandemic ]]>
<![CDATA[Wijanarka, Tunjung]]>;
<![CDATA[Sari, Ni Kadek Dias Anggun Purnama]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 7 No 1 (2022): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v6i2.4821
<![CDATA[Globalization and technological advancements increasingly provide a fresh approach for economic growth through economic digitalisation, one of which is the e-commerce business. In this study, the authors state that digitalisation in trade has had a positive impact on the growth of SMEs in Indonesia, which has contributed to the country’s economic climate. As a result, the authors attempt to explain the role of SMEs through Indonesian e-commerce and how they affected the Indonesian economy during the Covid-19 pandemic through a qualitative research. The authors chose the Covid-19 pandemic as a time period for this research as the growth of SMEs through the e-commerce business experienced significant growth during the pandemic. This growth was primarily caused by the ongoing pandemic conditions, which rendered traditional economic activities impossible. Finally, the role of SMEs in ecommerce contributed positively to the Indonesian economy during the Covid-19 pandemic.]]>
<![CDATA[Analyzing the Development Cooperation between Indonesia and Denmark in Developing a Circular Economy ]]>
<![CDATA[Singarimbun, Lukas]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v7i1.4828
<![CDATA[Denmark and Indonesia have established development cooperation in developing circular economy which aims to resolve the climate change issue. This research will analyse the interest of both nations in forging international development cooperation and subsequently analyse the political economy aspect of the bilateral development cooperation between both nations. This research found that the bilateral development cooperation in developing circular economy in Indonesia is propelled by both domestic and international interests of both nations. Furthermore, through the institutionalist political economy perspective, the cooperation is not solely implemented through transferring the funds needed, but also by enhancing the technological aspect, public policy making, and institutionalizing the norms and values of circular economy in Indonesia’s society.]]>
<![CDATA[Raw Material as Indonesia’s Diplomatic Power in International Trade Towards the EU Case Study: Nickel Ban Policy ]]>
<![CDATA[Meirizal, Ade]]>;
<![CDATA[Juliana, Cindy]]>;
<![CDATA[julia Putri, Dinda]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2022): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v7i2.6582
<![CDATA[Based on the amendment to Law Number 3 of 2020, Indonesian authorities decided to launch a nickel ban policy on several countries, including the EU, at the beginning of 2021. Authorities claimed that the nickel ban policy can stimulate job creation at the domestic level, bring economic value and improve industry complexity in Indonesia. The EU assumes that nickel export restrictions implemented by Indonesia affect the vital industries in the EU, especially the stainless steel and battery industries. The EU took action to bring this case to the WTO Dispute Settlement Body (DSB). This paper analyzes how important raw materials can be utilized to achieve Indonesian national interest using a qualitative method, adding to the discussion of relations between power and interdependence in global trade, how power can apply in the dynamics of the Indonesian nickel ban policy, and bringing achievement in terms of Indonesia's national interest. The power game utilized by Indonesia is also analyzed in facing a major global economic power. Finally, this paper will examine raw materials (nickel matte) as a diplomatic power in the global market and how its policies bring instability to industries in the EU.]]>
<![CDATA[How Can Renting Accommodation Contribute To The Circular Economy? ]]>
<![CDATA[Azis Musthofa]]>;
<![CDATA[Rijanta, R.]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2022): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v7i2.6614
<![CDATA[Yogyakarta is a tourist destination with various attractions and tourist attractions objects. The high number of tourists has consequences for providing facilities such as accommodation, restaurants, travel agents, and various other supplies. Developments in technology and information have led to changes in people's consumption patterns. The emergence of various platforms that support various economic activities has contributed to the tourism sector in Yogyakarta. Airbnb is a platform that has increased the utilization of home assets, either partially or entirely, for rent to those in need. Every peak month, the need for large rooms in Yogyakarta has occupied almost all tourist accommodation rooms. This condition is an opportunity for sharing economy actors. This study aims to discuss to what extent renting out a place to live contributes to a circular economy. Literature study and secondary data analysis are used to explain this phenomenon. The activities of various dwellings in the sharing economy aim to increase the utilization of unused assets by renting them out to the needy. This concept supports the goals of a circular economy because previously unused home assets can be optimized using the platform. Although Airbnb has yet to be able to make a significant contribution to meeting the needs of tourist accommodation rooms in Yogyakarta, its various advantages have been able to meet the needs of tourists with specific preferences.]]>
<![CDATA[Global Food Waste on Circular Economy and Knowledge Co-Production ]]>
<![CDATA[Rana Qonita Rofila]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2022): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v7i2.4827
<![CDATA[The food waste issue and the circular economy collaborate as an alternative solution for both the economy and the environment. Knowledge co-production can help to explain more about this issue. These approaches make the value of waste change into something beneficial to the economy. Many institutions, agendas, agreements, and civil movements established and caused the politics of waste to become a fruitful discourse. Transitioning to the circular economy that includes social, political, and even technological changes can be challenging or a good solution for some nations. Every actor has an important role and requires good cooperation for transitioning to the circular economy while tackling the food waste issue.]]>
<![CDATA[The Positive Impact of US-China Trade War on Global South's Position in the Global Value Chain ]]>
<![CDATA[Basundoro, Alfin Febrian]]>;
<![CDATA[Abrar, Muhammad Irsyad]]>;
<![CDATA[Sanjaya, Trystanto]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v7i2.6625
<![CDATA[Amid the US-China trade war, several US companies have relocated back to the US, while China turned its industry inward to become more self-sufficient. This unpleasant development created a risk for Global South’s position in the Global Value Chain (GVC), especially in countries with manufacturing industries that can only assemble products. However, throughout the last decade, the position of the Global South within the GVC has been strengthening. In 2016, the Global South produced more than 47% of global manufacturing exports. However, the US-China trade war has threatened the delicate process and connection of the GVC. The interference of American and Chinese governments in international trade has forced many companies in taking measures to reduce their exposure to political risk. Additionally, an increasing number of American companies are reconsidering their decision to invest in the Chinese market and diversifying their investment to the Global South. This paper argues that the trade war could provide opportunities for Global South countries, particularly Southeast and South Asian countries represented by India. These opportunities include broader employment access for the youth, robust industrial-based innovation, and rapid economic growth, leading to a higher national income and life quality improvements.]]>
<![CDATA[Telescoping Circular Economy Awareness from the Perspectives of Fast Fashion Consumers and Local Policy in East Kalimantan ]]>
<![CDATA[Annisa Kirana Andaneswari]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v7i2.6731
<![CDATA[Along with sustainability paradigms revolve among the global society, Circular Economy (CE) appears as a new economic model that is compatible with this paradigm. Globally, there have been numerous research related to Circular Economy, including replacing fast fashion with circular fashion. The fashion sector was responsible for approximately 2.1 billion metric tons of Green House Gas (GHG) emissions, amounting about 4% of the global total. Emissions are exacerbated by fast fashion due to the make-take-dispose system implemented at a rapid pace. Unfortunately, the issue of fast fashion remains underdeveloped, especially in the local context. This paper examines Circular Economy awareness from fast fashion consumers and local policy In East Kalimantan to provide a picture of the local context. The authors used open questionnaires to collect responses from fast fashion consumers and stores (H&M, Matahari, and Uniqlo) relating to the dimensions of the Circular Economy. To capture the local policy context, this research uses policy content analysis from the National Medium Term Development Plan (RJPMN 2020-2024) to the Regional Medium Term Development Plan (RJPMD) and its derivative regulations in East Kalimantan. This study found that there is a lack of awareness by fast fashion consumers, which can be seen from the reluctance of customers and stores adapting to CE dimensions. Circular economy has been internalized through national development planning harmonized regulation at the local level. East Kalimantan Development Planning emphasized more on economic growth by generating a creative economy instead of transforming the linear economy into a Circular Economy.]]>
<![CDATA[Competitive Advantage and Policies of Japan’s Electric Vehicles in Southeast Asia ]]>
<![CDATA[Fadhlia, Maudy Noor]]>;
<![CDATA[Jaumil, Keefe]]>;
<![CDATA[Abelechristo, Reuben Vivace]]>;
<![CDATA[Ilham, Andrian]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 8 No 2 (2023): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v8i2.7780
<![CDATA[Due to growing environmental awareness, governments and people all over the world started to show concern and place importance on energy efficiency. The transformation from fossil-fuelled energy to renewable energy has been attracting attention and has become the solution that is expected to be more sustainable. This immense potential brings a new idea and innovation for automakers to adopt green technology by creating electric vehicles (EVs). Consequently, the electric vehicle industry has led many automakers, including Japan, to compete in order to dominate the market in Southeast Asia. As one of the longest-running automakers, Japan is unexpectedly left behind and surpassed by other competitors such as China and South Korea. This article aims to identify the policies and strategies Japan implemented to keep up with the competition. The descriptive qualitative method is used to analyse the concept of competitive advantage and government policies. The result shows that Japan implemented both economic and political strategies based on costs and differentiation, as a way to achieve its competitive advantage in the EVs market in Southeast Asia.]]>
<![CDATA[Determination of International Logistics Policy on GCSM Performance and World Class SME Capabilities: The Indonesian Case ]]>
<![CDATA[Al Farizi, Muhammad]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 8 No 1 (2023): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v8i1.10058
<![CDATA[Business globalization encourages Indonesian SMEs to accelerate their business to enter the global market to raise Indonesia's creative economy. Logistics governance is crucial because penetrating the international market requires a standardized logistics system and high environmental policy compliance. So this study aims to analyze the sustainable supply chain capabilities of SMEs in improving the capabilities of Indonesian SMEs towards world-class, focusing on four of the 13 dimensions: international logistics, traditional logistics, provision, and inventory. The survey-based quantitative approach was chosen to target SME owners in Indonesia with purposive sampling withdrawal. The data results from 113 respondents who participated by filling out an online questionnaire were analyzed using the Structural Equation Modelling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) analysis technique. The results showed that traditional logistics significantly affected MSME inventories and logistics internationalization. Good inventory management affects the ability of SMEs to supply goods or services. International logistics has an impact on the efficiency of supply chain management. It has the potential to increase global market access. Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) is also important, affecting the efficiency of sustainable supply chains and the ability of SMEs in world business. GSCM efficiency can optimize resources, reduce environmental impact, and increase the competitiveness of SMEs in the global market. By implementing GSCM, SMEs can be innovative and strong in global competition.]]>
<![CDATA[When the Deforestation Meets the Free Trade: A Critical Analysis of the European Union Deforestation Free Regulation (EU DFR) ]]>
<![CDATA[Simbolon, Putu George Matthew]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of World Trade Studies Vol 8 No 2 (2023): Journal of World Trade Studies ]]>
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DOI: 10.22146/jwts.v8i2.10059
<![CDATA[This article is written to provide an understanding for World Trade Organization members as European Union trade partners to respond to the EU Deforestation Free Regulation. In achieving that purpose, this article implements the normative method through the implementation of a doctrinal, cases, and conceptual approach. There are three discussions presented in this article. The first discussion express that the EU might violate the rules on non-discrimination under Articles I:1 and III:4 GATT, and the prohibition on quantitative restriction under Article XI:1 GATT. The second discussion expresses that the EU may violate Articles 2.1 and 2.5 TBT Agreement which prohibits the implementation of a discriminative technical regulation and the implementation which reflects an unnecessary barrier to international trade. Last but not least, the third discussion states that the EU may justify this measure based on the public moral, and the protection of human, animal, and plant life and health. The third discussion also expresses the finding of this paper which is that international cooperation can be utilized as an instrument that may address the conflict of interests caused by the implementation of the WTO law and the international environmental law.]]>
