IV. The Impact of Digital Economy on Innovation Performance Among Belt and Road Countries

Authors

Yanwen Zhao
University of Maribor, Faculty of Economics and Business
Xin Zhang
Dalian Minzu University, Faculty of Economics and Business

Synopsis

The digital economy has deeply influenced all sectors of national economic development, becoming a critical engine for global economic growth and national innovation performance. Nevertheless, significant gaps persist among developed, developing, and less-developed countries in their levels of digital economic advancement. Given this imbalance, exploring how the digital economy impacts innovation performance in "Belt and Road" countries is essential. This study examines mechanisms through which the digital economy influences innovation performance across these nations. Findings provide valuable insights to enhance competitiveness, support innovation, and address global disparities. The study offers practical recommendations for policymakers in "Belt and Road" countries aiming t.

Author Biographies

Yanwen Zhao, University of Maribor, Faculty of Economics and Business

Yanwen Zhao is a postgraduate student at the School of International Business at Dalian Minzu University. She has focused her research on the Belt and Road countries, mainly analysing the impact of the digital economy on innovation performance. Recently, her main research direction and topic have been centred on the digital economy, and she has conducted in-depth studies on its specific contents.

Dalian, China. E-mail: ac2336588@163.com

Xin Zhang, Dalian Minzu University, Faculty of Economics and Business

Dr. Xin Zhang is a professor of International Business at the International Business College of Dalian Minzu University, where she also serves as vice dean in charge of teaching. Her research focuses on BRI, FTA, and International Business.

Dalian, China. E-mail: 55388207@qq.com

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Published

July 1, 2025

How to Cite

Zhao, Y., & Zhang, X. (2025). IV. The Impact of Digital Economy on Innovation Performance Among Belt and Road Countries. In J. Zhang, S. Bobek, X. Zhang, & S. Sternad Zabukovšek (Eds.), & D. Liu & W. Wang, The Impact of Digital Economy on One Belt One Road Initiative (pp. 81-94). University of Maribor Press. https://press.um.si/index.php/ump/catalog/book/987/chapter/706