Άρθρα http://hdl.handle.net/11728/3 2026-04-29T17:52:15Z 2026-04-29T17:52:15Z Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A. Anastasopoulou, Eleni E. Masouras, Andreas Symeou, Panikos http://hdl.handle.net/11728/13342 2026-04-29T11:01:38Z 2026-01-09T00:00:00Z

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Factors in International Trade: A Systematic Review and Integrative Framework Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A.; Anastasopoulou, Eleni E.; Masouras, Andreas; Symeou, Panikos Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors have become central to international trade, transforming how firms, industries, and governments engage in global markets. This study conducts a systematic literature review to synthesize current knowledge on the ESG–trade nexus. Using content analysis, three key thematic clusters were identified: (i) ESG in supply chains and logistics, (ii) ESG in export performance and international competitiveness, and (iii) ESG and trade within geopolitics, energy, and resource security. The synthesis reveals that ESG has evolved from a voluntary corporate initiative into a structural determinant of global competitiveness, resilience, and legitimacy. Building on these findings, the study proposes an integrative ESG–Trade framework, which conceptualizes ESG as a multidimensional governance ecosystem comprising (i) institutional and regulatory, (ii) technological and operational, and (iii) geopolitical and strategic dimensions. This framework explains how sustainability regulations, digital transformation, and global political economy dynamics co-evolve to shape trade flows and industrial upgrading. The study highlights the need for greater regulatory coherence and strategic ESG integration while offering a foundation for future interdisciplinary and empirical research on sustainable trade governance.

2026-01-09T00:00:00Z Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A Anastasopoulou, Eleni E. Vlassi, Eirini Varelas, Sotirios Anastasopoulos, Ioannis http://hdl.handle.net/11728/13249 2025-11-14T07:57:09Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

International Agritourism Ventures and Digital Tools: Enhancing Entrepreneurship Education Through Simulation Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A; Anastasopoulou, Eleni E.; Vlassi, Eirini; Varelas, Sotirios; Anastasopoulos, Ioannis Digital tools have become essential to the growth and sustainability of international agritourism ventures. E-commerce and social media enable agritourism businesses to expand their market reach, improve customer engagement, and streamline operations, ultimately increasing their competitiveness in the global tourism industry. As the agritourism sector continues to embrace digital transformation, it is critical to equip business students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively utilize these tools. This chapter aims to present two simulation activities tailored for agritourism education—one focused on e-commerce and the other on social media—and provide detailed insights into their design and implementation. The implications of these activities extend beyond agritourism education, fostering an entrepreneurial mindset and increasing students' readiness to implement digital tools and platforms in various business contexts.

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A Anastasopoulou, Eleni E. http://hdl.handle.net/11728/13248 2025-11-14T07:50:27Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

International Trade and Business Intelligence: A Systematic Literature Review and Research Agenda Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A; Anastasopoulou, Eleni E. This chapter underscores the transformative role of business intelligence (BI) in shaping international trade. Through a systematic literature review, 24 documents were identified revealing ten key thematic clusters which illustrate how AI, big data, supply chain analytics, and blockchain are redefining global trade operations, decision-making processes, and competitive strategies. The findings reveal the potential of business intelligence to change international trade and stress the need for continuous innovation, regulatory adaptation, and strategic implementation of digital technologies. Addressing these research gaps is imperative for scholars and practitioners to contribute to the development of more resilient, efficient, and competitive global trade ecosystems. This, in turn, will foster stronger international economic relations and ensure the integration of new technologies into the future of global trade.

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A http://hdl.handle.net/11728/13247 2025-11-14T07:44:30Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Trade Wars and International Relations: Implications for Global Supply Chains, Technological Advancement, and Energy Security Deirmentzoglou, Georgios A This chapter explores the profound disruptions to globalization and trade liberalization caused by the resurgence of trade wars in the 21st century. Driven by geopolitical rivalries and shifting economic power dynamics, these conflicts have led to a restructuring of global supply chains through reshoring and friendshoring strategies. The chapter also examines the dual role of technological advancement as both a driver and a casualty of trade wars, with export controls and decoupling efforts reshaping global innovation. Additionally, it highlights the growing significance of energy security, focusing on resource access disputes, rare earth elements, and the geopolitical implications of fossil fuel dependency. Offering critical insights for policymakers, businesses, and scholars, this chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving landscape of international trade, economic competition, and global stability in an era of intensifying geopolitical tensions.

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