Assessing the Effects of Chinese Foreign Direct Investment on Green GDP Development in North and South American Regions
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https://doi.org/10.54097/wtqd2973Keywords:
Green GDP, Foreign Direct Investment, Two-Way Fixed EffectsAbstract
This study aims to investigate the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on the growth of green GDP (GGDP) in North America and South America. The research is based on a comprehensive dataset covering the period from 2009 to 2019, drawn from multiple countries. By employing a two-way fixed-effects model, the study analyzes the effects of key factors, including FDI, trade openness, economic development level, urbanization level, population size, and industrial structure on GGDP growth.The findings indicate that, in North America, both FDI and the level of economic development exert a significant positive influence on GGDP growth, whereas trade openness demonstrates a negative impact, suggesting that increased trade activities may exacerbate environmental pressures. In South America, while the level of economic development shows a significant positive correlation with GGDP, the effect of FDI is not statistically significant. The study recommends that policymakers focus on enhancing the effectiveness of foreign investment and implement stricter environmental protection policies to ensure that trade activities do not adversely affect the environment. Furthermore, there is an urgent need to adjust the current industrial structure to promote a transition toward more sustainable development models. Ultimately, this research emphasizes the importance of ensuring environmental sustainability while fostering foreign investment and economic growth to achieve long-term growth in green GDP.
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