25 research outputs found
Disaggregating PTAs at the Role of International Division of Labor on PTA Formation
Get PDFThis paper shows that additional insights on PTA formation can be gained from separating North-South, North-North, and South-South country pairs. Inter-industry trade is mostly significant for all country pairs and intra-industry trade has a positive impact only for North-South and North-North country pairs. Controlling for geographical proximity, countries choose PTA partners with which they have a history of trading. Using a simple model, this paper demonstrates that trade protection is not the necessary outcome with international product fragmentation. Empirical findings support the hypothesis that international division of labor has influenced the formation of North- South PTAs.preferential trading agreements, product fragmentation, trade policy
Labor Market Flexibility as a Determinant of FDI Inflows
Get PDFThis paper shows that labor market flexibility, measured by labor market standards and regulations, has two opposing effects on FDI inflows. Labor market regulations and standards decrease FDI inflows through the cost channel, but they increase FDI inflows through the productivity channel. Allowing for a non-linear relationship between different indicators of labor market flexibility and FDI inflows revealed that some degree of labor market standards and regulations may be attractive for foreign investors. Results strongly suggest that foreign investments to and from different countries and in different sectors are affected differently by different aspects of labor market standards and regulations.foreign direct investment, labor market flexibility
Costs of Transporting Fresh Fruits and Vegetables to Honolulu from Hilo and Los Angeles
Get PDFThis publication describes the factors involved in the costs of transporting fresh fruits and vegetables to Honolulu from Hilo and Los Angeles. Transportation cost of food represents a significant factor of Hawaii's cost of living
International Trade and FDI Literature in the Philippines: Development and Prospects
Get PDFTrade and investment policies in the Philippines have undergone major shifts through decades. These changes have had important implications on the economy and have been extensively investigated by various scholars. Significant areas which may have important policy implications remain unexplored
Trade and Investment in the Philippines
Get PDFDeveloping countries such as the Philippines relies heavily on trade and foreign direct investment (FDI), consequently leading to economic integration, which in its entireity, determines the country’s economic condition. As such, we believe that there is a need to further study the impact of these external variables on the competitiveness and efficiency of the Philippine economy
Suhol: a phenomenological inquiry on the personal gratuities of police personnel of Tagum City
No full textA thesis presented to the thesis committee of the Department of Criminal Justice Education. In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology.Includes bibliographical references (pages 114-120)This study aims to understand and obtain the perception, ideas, and opinions regarding the personal gratuities of the law enforcement personnel of Tagum City. Gratuity is a phenomenon that seeks to be clarified according to the sides of the law enforcers in which this study became the bridge for allowing them to cried their opinions and perspective. We conducted qualitative study research and interviewed fourteen participants, seven participants in In-depth Interviews, and seven participants in Focus Group Discussion. We believed that all participants are fit for the criteria of this study and selected appropriately. Triangulation of data was made and observed through gathered data and assured the reliability and the confidentiality of the data gathered. The results generated seven essential themes which were an expression of appreciation, positive reward, violation of ethical standards of PNP, vested interest, accepting gratuities motivates them to work hard, misconstrued by the public, and it can cause indebtedness and it may result in indebtedness. In addition, another three themes produced, are ruin their image, undermining public trust, and destroy their credibility. Furthermore, there are another five essential themes that resulted, these are giving gratuity is not necessary, receiving gratuity for a worthy cause is acceptable, accepting gratuity is immoral, perform duties in line with their oath, and reject gratuity at all times. These results help us to gain knowledge about the study matter and to understand the perspectives of the law enforcement personnel considering that according to them accepting gratuity is indeed unethical behavior.363.22ix, 120 page
Implementation of pandemic lockdown: a compliance of Tagumeños on policies by law enforcers
No full textA thesis presented to the thesis committee of the Department of Criminal Justice Education. In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology.Includes bibliographical references (pages 126-136)This study aimed to capture the perspective of Tagumenos upon their compliance with policies enforced by the city law enforcers amidst Pandemic Lockdown. The researchers applied phenomenological approach which assess the common experiences of several citizens in a real and actual phenomenon. A total of seventeen (17) participants, selected individuals are legal aged Tagumenos who experience the community Lockdown. Interviews executed through Virtual setting in every participant‘s convenient time. Data gathered are transcribed, translated, analyzed, and categorized into comprehensive set of themes. From the views of the Tagumenos on the implementation of the city-wide Pandemic, five (5) themes emerge: Divided Opinions to Protocols, Proposed Suggestions and Recommendations, Different Effects of Lockdown to Livelihood, Abrupt Change of Lifestyle, and Effectivity of protocols. On the assessment of the effectiveness of implementing city-wide Pandemic lockdown in Tagum City, four (4) major themes derived: Citizen‘s role and obligation, Enforcer‘s performance on their sense of duty, Government intervention and action, and Issues emerged amidst health crisis. Furthermore, Tagumenos‘ insights on the importance of implementing city-wide Pandemic lockdown in Tagum City results in four (4) major themes: Issues emerged amidst health crisis, Citizens don‘t believe COVID-19 is Existing, make protocols implementation stricter, and Lockdown is effective.363.3ix, 136 page
Assessment of factors affecting effective dissemination of peace and order and ordinances: basis for intervention scheme
No full textA thesis presented to the thesis committee of the Department of Criminal Justice Education. In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology.Stability, security, and public order are the most important elements in building the foundations for sustainable development, a highly trusted and resilient society, and a globally competitive information economy, according to the National Economic and Development Authority Socioeconomic Report (2017). To be honest, it is critical for stakeholders to maintain the benefits of implementing peace and order regulations at their locations in order to encourage more enterprises to do business in the area and accomplish the expected vigorous economic growth in the future (Ocden, 2018).The purpose and structure of this research are to evaluate the factors influencing the promulgation of peace, order, and ordinances and to develop an intervention strategy based on the study's results. Its purpose is to describe existing characteristics such as mass media communication channels, transportation and accessibility, road conditions, interest and understanding, and budget. Primary data are collected using a self- administered survey questionnaire with the samples comprised 130 respondents. The results shows among five indicators, the mass media communication channel obtained the highest with the mean of 4.60. Followed by transportation and accessibility with 4.59. Next is road conditions with 4.43. Then, interest and understanding with 4.57. Lastly, the budget obtained the lowest with the mean of 4.54. Based on the findings the level of factors affecting effective dissemination of peace and order and ordinances in Barangay Madaum is very high. In accordance to the results of this study it is recommended that the LGU Tagum may unfold programs focusing on maintaining or improving the effective dissemination of information involving peace and order and ordinances in Barangay Madaum and other neighboring barangays. In that way, residents can have access to information from the city or barangay avoiding the situation of being uninformed. Moreover, it would be beneficial to the community as the performance of the Barangay Officials and Staffs determines the behavior of the residents as to how they are aware of the peace and order and ordinances imposed in the neighborhood.363.2xi, 57 page
Impression on issuance of body-worn cameras: in the lens of Tagum Police Officers
No full textA thesis presented to the thesis committee of the Department of _Criminal Justice Education. In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology.Includes bibliographical references (pages 93-99)In this study, we use the qualitative method in examining the issuance of Body-Worn Cameras through the lens of Tagum Police Officer. The plans include participation, observation, and interviews with the personnel based on their experience and analysis of this device. The data of this study reveals several intriguing themes in terms of their preparation, practice, and performance. We provide the most comprehensive narrative review of the research to prove that Body-worn cameras have an evidential base that significantly relates to police officer attitudes, police officer behavior, citizen perceptions, citizen behavior, police investigations, and law enforcement agencies. This qualitative study yields a wealth of material that can provide new information about a phenomenon, foster understanding, awareness of human experience, and support development.363.2299 page
Understanding stress: female law enforcement officers in a male-dominated profession
No full textA thesis presented to the thesis committee of the Department of Criminal Justice Education. In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Bachelor of Science in Criminology.Includes bibliographical references (pages 61-62)The foremost purpose of the study was to understand how stressful it is when you are in male dominated work. The late entry of women into sworn law enforcement positions stems in part from the belief that law
enforcement agencies function to exercise authority and use force. This research presents the range of understanding stress of female in male dominated work. Some of these practical suggestions may seem very basic to those already actively promoting close relationship between male and female. Seven had undergone an in-depth interview and seven in focus group discussion, wherein they were asked on how they handle stress.363.22xi, 62 page
