Quantitative linkage between global value chains’ backward participation and logistics performance in the host country: a structural gravity model analysis of emerging ASEAN economies

Abstract This article addresses issues on the degree of participation in global value chains (GVCs) for emerging economies Association Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The main research question is whether there a linkage between GVC backward participation, that is, vertical trade defined as foreign embedded exports and logistics performance component service links host country. major contributions this study are usage UNCTAD-Eora Global Value Chain Database describing application “structural” gravity model setting specification estimated equations. statistical observations demonstrate ASEAN made substantial progress during 1990s with per capita GDP growth, large gap occurred forerunners latecomers economies. Empirical estimation can also identify quantitative