This paper proposes an easy-to-follow approach to track merchandise trade using vessel data and applies it to Pacific island countries. Pacific islands rely heavily on imports and maritime transport for trade. They are also highly vulnerable to climate change and natural disasters that pose risks to ports and supply chains. Using satellite-based vessel tracking data from the UN Global Platform, we construct daily indicators of port and trade activity for Pacific island countries. The algorithm significantly advances estimation techniques of previous studies, particularly by employing ways to overcome challenges with the estimation of cargo payloads, using detailed information on shipping liner schedules to validate port calls, and applying country-specific information to define port boundaries. The approach can complement and help fill gaps in official data, provide early warning signs of turning points in economic activity, and assist policymakers and international organizations to monitor and provide timely responses to shocks (e.g., COVID-19)


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    Title :

    Tracking trade from space : an application to Pacific Island countries


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    Published in:

    IMF working paper ; WP/21, 225


    Publication date :

    2021


    Size :

    1 Online-Ressource (circa 40 Seiten)


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    Illustrationen




    Type of media :

    Book


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English




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