The Effects of the US-China Trade Conflict on Global Supply Chain Dynamics: A Literature Review
Abstract The global supply chain refers to the entire process of sourcing, producing, and distributing goods or services from original suppliers to end-users across international markets. Beginning in March 2018, escalating trade tensions between the United States and China initiated a trade conflict that quickly influenced global economic activities. The repercussions of this trade war […]
Leveraging Brain Circulation to Counter Brain Drain in Africa: Enhancing EU–Africa Scientific and Technological Collaboration
Abstract This paper explores the expanding body of research on national and continental strategies in Africa that promote ‘brain circulation’ as a mechanism for scientific growth and innovation. It particularly examines how research networks and EU–Africa cooperative ventures contribute to this objective. Synthesizing evidence from diverse scholarly sources, the study outlines the critical components that […]
Enhancing Food Security through Resilient Global Food Supply Chains in the Aftermath of COVID-19
Abstract The COVID-19 crisis exposed significant vulnerabilities within the intricate structure of global food supply chains (GFSCs), severely interrupting the smooth movement of food from producers to consumers. This global health emergency underscored the urgency for food-related enterprises to revise their strategies in anticipation of the post-pandemic landscape. This paper explores the implications of COVID-19 […]
Decoding the True Impact of Trade Agreements: Rethinking Economic Assumptions
Abstract Economists often equate “free trade agreements” with the broader concept of “free trade,” sometimes overlooking the increasingly complex and controversial elements embedded within modern trade deals. Contemporary agreements have moved far beyond traditional concerns like tariffs and quotas, extending into areas such as regulatory alignment, intellectual property protections, labor provisions, investment protocols, and […]
BREXIT: ESTIMATING TARIFF COSTS FOR EU COUNTRIES IN A NEW TRADE REGIME WITH THE UK
Abstract This analysis calculates the average tariffs that producers from each of the 27 EU member states might face when exporting to the United Kingdom, should the Brexit negotiations fail to produce a new Free Trade Agreement and trade reverts to World Trade Organisation most-favoured-nation (MFN) terms. The estimation draws on data from the WTO-IDB […]
Assessing Digital Transformation Strategies in Retail Banks: A Global Perspective
Author: Bothaina Alsobai 1, Dr Dalal Aassouli 2 1 College of Islamic Studies, Hamad Bin Khalifa University. 2 College of Islamic Studies, Hamad Bin Khalifa University Journal of Strategic Business 2025, Submission received: 12 June 2025/ Accepted: 18 June 2025/ Published: 1 August 2025 Abstract The advancement of digital transformation influences future retail banking and emerging […]
Understanding the Psychological, Relational, Sociocultural, and Demographic Predictors of Loneliness Using Explainable Machine Learning
Abstract Loneliness, a key indicator of social well-being, is influenced by factors operating across multiple levels. However, studying these factors simultaneously requires large datasets and the ability to analyze many variables at once—something traditional statistical methods struggle to handle. To overcome this challenge, we applied machine learning techniques. Using data from the British Broadcasting Corporation […]
Impact of Environmental Factors on Reproductive Health
Abstract The surge in industrialization and the resulting rise in environmental pollution, coupled with the increased use of synthetic chemicals and frequent exposure to hazardous compounds both in workplaces and at home, has a detrimental impact on reproductive health. Various biohazardous substances, many acting as endocrine disruptors, have been linked to a range of reproductive […]
The Economic Impacts of The US-China Trade War
The authors would like to thank Michael Tanner, Susan Blake, Robert Evans, Lisa Harrington, Jonathan Miles, Karen Chen, David Foster, Emily Richards, Thomas Grant, and Natalie Brooks for insightful discussions, and Mark Simmons and his team at Insight Analytics for access to and assistance with the Global Survey Database. Alex Chen and Rachel Morgan provided […]
Premarital Screening: A Catalyst for Achieving Good Health and Well-being
Abstract Premarital screening is a thorough medical examination conducted before marriage. It includes checks for reproductive health, genetic disorders, infectious diseases, and blood-borne infections. The primary goal of this screening is to reduce the risk of chronic illnesses for couples and their future children. Additionally, premarital screening can help prevent maternal and infant deaths, birth […]
