In the network strategy view, relative competitive advantage stems not merely from opportunity structures embedded in networks but also from the distribution of ability and motivation among firms. Thus, there is a need to “bring the firm back in” to the network strategy narrative. We...

Adopting a network perspective, we demonstrate that two different, yet complementary, forces influence the formation of trade and investment policy. On the one hand, nations that are trading partners develop similar policies through a process of close and enduring interaction. On the other hand,...