Are global value chains leaving Indonesian SMEs behind?

This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Arip Tirta, President, Evermos, Prasanti W. Sarli, Head of Social Impact, Evermos Indonesia is on the verge of hitting the middle-income trap. Despite the massive growth across the country over the past two decades, it can’t seem to reach its […]

Just and sustainable economy: Commission lays down rules for companies to respect human rights and environment in global value chains

This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission has adopted a proposal for a Directive on corporate sustainability due diligence. The proposal aims to foster sustainable and responsible corporate behaviour throughout global value chains. Companies play a key role in building a sustainable economy and society. They will […]

New study shows close link between GVCs participation and economic development

This article is brought to you in association with the United Nations. Participation in Global Value Chains (GVCs) can play an important role in a country’s development, however countries must reach a certain threshold in industrial competitiveness to be able to integrate GVCs. This is a key finding of a new report titled “The Global Value […]
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