DIGITAL ECONOMY AND ITS IMPACT ON DEVELOPING COUNTRIES’ PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Keywords:
Digital economy, developing countries, international business, ecommerce, digital infrastructure, globalization, digital transformation.Abstract
This article explores the growing influence of the digital economy on the international business participation of developing countries. It highlights how digital technologies—such as e-commerce, digital finance, and online platforms—are transforming traditional business models, reducing barriers to global markets, and creating new opportunities for economic growth.
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