IBS Lunchtime Research Seminar - Rewiring Global Value Chains: Southeast Asia’s Strategic Crossroads – A Research Agenda

You are cordially invited to attend an International Business and Strategy Departmental Research Meeting, during which there will be a presentation by Dr Pavida Pananond, Thammasat Business School. A reminder that attendance for IBS (full time, research oriented) staff and full-time students is compulsory, and where possible, must be in person. Individuals unable to attend in person, due to legitimate reasons will be provided a Teams link on request. Non-IBS staff are welcome to attend, but must register prior to the event. If you have not received the email invite please email Angie Clark

Please join us in Room 108, Henley Business School, if you would like to attend, please register using the link below:

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Please make sure you let me know in advance if you intend to attend in person so that the correct amount of catering is booked.

Date: Wednesday 16th October 2024, HBS Room 108

Time: 13.00 - 14.15pm

Abstract:

Global value chains (GVCs) are undergoing fundamental shifts as firms respond to rising geo-economic uncertainties, including supply chain reconfiguration and rising nationalist agenda that challenges the landscape of international business. Southeast Asia, a critical hub in these chains, is experiencing unique pressures as firms and countries reconsider their roles in global industries amidst these tensions. This presentation explores what the reconfuguration of global value chain activities means for governments and firms in this region. The presentation focuses on the differing strategies of lead firms and supplier firms, particularly in the emerging economies of Southeast Asia. While reshoring, nearshoring, or friendshoing are options available to lead firms—often multinationals, supplier firms integrated into these GVCs face more constrained options due to their roles in global value chains.

This presentation outlines a research agenda to investigate how these shifts are shaping firm-level strategies and the broader business environment. The seminar calls for a reexamination of established theoretical frameworks in international business and offers insights into how companies and policymakers can align strategies to meet the challenges and opportunities of the changing global landscape.