Intra-Industry Trade and Competitiveness of the New EU Member States

The monograph addresses topics of substantial practical and scientific relevance. The author's analysis holds significance not just theoretically but is especially vital for international commercial practices, in this context focusing on intra-industry trade. Such insights are also beneficial for conducting comparative studies on the interconnections between different economies and industries. This research has particular implications for Poland, as the nation has seen a marked increase in trade opportunities with its EU partners, thanks to its integration into the Single European Market. The transformation and progress within Poland's economic structure, notably the modernisation and growth of the processing sector, have positioned the Polish economy as an apt participant in intra-industry exchanges, with potential for further intensification. In the review by Prof. Dr. Hab. Elżbieta Czarny, the study's analyses explore the link between the intensity of intra-industry trade and the international competitiveness of economies. This is particularly examined within the new EU member states (EU-10) in comparison to the older EU countries (EU-15). Such findings are seldom showcased, emphasizing the monograph's dual importance in practical and academic realms. Dr. Hab. Edward Molendowski, Prof. UEK, highlights how the author contributes a fresh perspective and valuable insights to the discourse on measuring competitiveness and understanding economic adaptation amidst the liberalisation within the Single European Market.