The paper examines the relationship between cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and financial development in emerging Asian economies. Bilateral data of cross-border M&A for nine emerging Asian economies during 2000-2009 are analyzed with a sample selection model and panel data model....

What is the relationship between competition law and policy and economic development? / Simon J. Evenett -- Competition policy, international trade, and foreign direct investment / Douglas H. Brooks -- Would enforcing competition law compromise industrial policy objectives? / Simon J. Evenett --...

This paper examines the equilibrium real exchange rate and real exchange rate misalignments in developing Asian countries during the period 1995–2008. In addition, the relationship between real exchange rate misalignment and export performance is investigated. In the lead-up to the 1997-1998...