How does technological readiness, among other factors, influence the dynamics of agricultural exports from Vietnam to major EU trading partners?

Mai Ngoc Tran

doi:10.15549/jeecar.v11i1.1440

Authors

Mai Ngoc Tran Banking Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2306-6657

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15549/jeecar.v11i1.1440

Keywords:

technology readiness, technology gap, Vietnam, EU, agriculture

Abstract

The agricultural sector plays a significant role in Vietnam's economy, contributing to food security, employment, and export revenues. The European Union (EU) has emerged as a promising market for Vietnam's agricultural exports in recent years. However, Vietnam must embrace technological advancements in the agricultural sector to penetrate and succeed in the highly competitive and regulated EU market. Despite the evidence supporting the positive impact of technology adoption on agricultural exports, there is a research gap regarding the specific role of technological readiness in promoting Vietnam's agricultural exports to the EU. This study aims to fill this research gap by investigating the relationship between technological readiness and Vietnam's agricultural exports to the EU market. The findings can provide valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to formulate strategies that enhance the competitiveness of Vietnam's agricultural sector and increase exports to the EU market.

Author Biography

Mai Ngoc Tran, Banking Academy of Vietnam, Hanoi, Vietnam

Dr. Mai Ngoc Tran is a Lecturer and Researcher at the International Business Faculty, Banking Academy of Vietnam. Born in Vietnam, she earned her Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, US and her Master's in Banking and Finance from Queen Mary University of London, UK. She completed her PhD in International Economics at the Foreign Trade University of Vietnam. Her expertise includes international business, E-business, and corporate social responsibility. Her dedication to research and education is pivotal in advancing business studies in Vietnam and internationally.

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