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This paper examines how recent increases in offshoring by Japanese firms relates to the changes in the composition of export, the structure of national production, and the international distribution of manufacturing value-added in Japan, China, East Asian countries, the US and Europe

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China has been accused of exchange rate manipulation that has caused large U.S. trade deficits, which have reduced U.S. welfare by increasing unemployment and reducing wages.

Read more of the article entitled 'Understanding the Sources of Friction in U.S.–China Trade Relations'

This paper argues that declining transaction costs in exporting on the one hand and the structural and institutional barriers to importing and consumption on the other hand are the main causes for China's rising current account surplus.

Read more of the article entitled 'China's Exchange Rate and Monetary Policies: Structural and Institutional Constraints and Reform Options'

This paper examines U.S. goods trade with China, focusing on the performance of exports. The authors present evidence that the United States underperforms as an exporter relative to a peer group of high-income European countries and Japan.

Read more of the article entitled 'Determinants of U.S. Exports to China'

The Forest Research Institute of Malaysia announces the publication of 4 new books inlcuding A dictionary of Malaysian timbers, An in-depth look at enrichment planting, Nature's choice to wellness: antioxidant vegetables/ulam, Activities in wetlands and Birds of FRIM

Read more of the article entitled 'Traditional food with antioxidant properties, A dictionary of Malaysian timbers and more'