This study aims to investigate the participation of Lao SMEs in regional economic integration. Supporting SMEs' participation in regional economic integration is important to increase their productivity and competitiveness. However, there are various barriers that prevent this from occurring. In...

For decades, Myanmar's economic system has been characterized by central planning and international isolation. Today, as the country undergoes a far-reaching political and economic transition, it is leaving this past behind. For Myanmar's enterprises, and SMEs in particular, the opening of the...

This study aims to examine the extent and nature of Philippine SME participation in ASEAN economic integration. Based on a survey of 205 establishments, the results indicate that out of 205 firms, 41 per cent are FTA users, of which 48 (or 40 per cent) are SMEs while 33 (44 per cent) are large...