It also aims to give MSMEs a voice in the ongoing debate on regulating the digital economy. The report highlights the risk of digital-trade rules being discussed or built without smaller enterprises in mind, and possibly undermining the substantial global trade opportunity for Asia’s MSMEs. Yet the export success of Asia-Pacific’s MSMEs relies on sound regulation of digital trade, which is crucial if they are to continue reaping its benefits. “Yet much of today’s trade and regulatory discussions in relation to the digital economy are focused on multinational enterprises. The benefits of using digital technology for Asia-Pacific’s small and medium-sized exporters are substantial, meaning they need a voice in these discussions.”

Source: The Nation Bangkok February 08, 2018 05:03 UTC