The impacts of transport connectivity on export performance: the moderating role of foreign direct investment in Asian countries

Abstract

Analyze the relationship between international maritime transport connectivity and domestic logistics capacity on the export volume of 19 Asian countries during the period 2007–2023. It also seeks to examine the moderating role of foreign direct investment (FDI), along with key macro-level control variables such as political institutions, exchange rates, labor force, and economic size. Based on the empirical findings, the study intends to propose policy recommendations that align with real-world practices for developing logistics strategies and international trade through effective FDI attraction.