Effects of Trade Facilitation on Intra-Community Trade in ECOWAS
Abstract
This article analyzes the effect of trade facilitation (TF) on intra-ECOWAS trade between 2010 and 2023, using an augmented gravity model and the World Bank’s Logistics Performance Index (LPI). The PPML estimator shows that TF has a positive and significant effect on intra-ECOWAS trade. Specifically, the competence and quality of logistics services, as well as the ability to organize international shipments at competitive prices, boost intra-community trade. It is more than necessary for ECOWAS countries to strengthen measures such as logistics quality and international shipping to promote smooth and competitive intra-regional trade.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Global trade and economics
Global Politics and Economy
World Trade Organization Law
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The International Trade Journal
- Volume
- 40
- Issue
- 4
- Pages
- 346–370
- Publication date
- 4 February 2026
- Language
- EN