Welcome to the Advocata Academy! We are launching the Masterclass series, conducted by Dr. Sarath Rajapatirana, Academic Chair of Advocata Institute.
This is the second masterclass on “Introduction to International Trade” which highlights the important role that international trade has played in the development of many countries around the world. The masterclass also explains import substitution and describes Sri Lanka’s experience with import substitution and how it affects efficiency and productivity.
Dr. Rajapatirana has worked across the world with leading international organizations such as the World Bank, World Trade Organisation, ITC in Geneva, and the International Cooperative Alliance in Latin America. He is a former economic advisor to the President of Sri Lanka and has advised governments and policymakers around the world.
The first episode is on “Total Factor Productivity”
The third episode is on “Industrial Policy”