TRADE AND INDUSTRY INFORMATION CENTER Issue 9
May 15, 2014
Title
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ASEAN SME Policy Index 2014
Publisher
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Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)
Call Number :
45 000/03.08.05/ERIA/2014 This report presents the SME development policies and actions implemented by the ASEAN countries and helps identify strenghts and weaknesses in policy design and implementation. It compares the experience and performance of the ten ASEAN member countries, measures convergence towards the policy guidelines of their strategic plan for SME development (2010-15), and recommends priority reforms. It also provides methodology based on a tool developed by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) to assess policy development across countries sharing a common SME policy platform. 272p. http://www.oecd.org/globalrelations/regionalapproaches/aseansme.htm
Title
:
Connecting to Global Markets Challenges and Opportunities
Publisher
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World Trade Organization
Call Number :
02 000/08.09/WTO/2014 This book presents four sections: export diversification, the role of nontariff measures, the role of law in connecting to global markets, and the role of the aid for trade initiative in building trade capacity and overcoming supply side constraints. It focuses on major challenges developing countries face to achieve a sustainable growth path in the context of open markets, non-tariff measures for export performance and policy-making, and how international economic law may restrict developing countries’ ability to overcome the supply-side constraints they face when trying to address climate change. 236p. http://www.wto.org/english/res_e/booksp_e/cmark_full_e.pdf
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Title
:
Go to Market Report: Japan
Publisher
:
Organic Trade Association
Call Number :
SITC 0/45 392/OTA/2014
This report offers an introduction to market conditions for organic products, including common imports, market sector overviews, and characteristics of shoppers in Japan. 9p. http://www.globalorganictrade.com/market_reports.php?idx=18
Title
:
The Daily Carrot Principle 365 Ways to Enhance your Career and Life
Author
:
Gostick, Adrian and Elton, Chester
Call Number :
05/GOS/2010 This book provides an inspiring and lively page-a-day guide to harnessing the remarkable power of the carrot - taking self and the team to new heights of success in work and life. The authors share a wealth of wisdom about simple but amazingly effective ways to boost productivity and work satisfaction by setting clear goals, communicating effectively, building trust, and offering recognition in ways that makes other feel appreciated and motivated. 384p.
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