Angathevar Baskaran
Biographic Data
| ID | 125970 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Angathevar Baskaran |
| GIVEN NAMES | Angathevar |
| FAMILY NAME | Baskaran |
| SIGNATURE | BASKARAN A |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Malaya |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-5723-8795 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 22 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 6 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 22 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2001 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
Towards Cleaner and Responsible Herding
Grassland ecosystems, China's largest terrestrial biomes, are vital for ecological stability and sustaining pastoral livelihoods. Confronting severe degradation, the Chinese government introduced the Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy (GECP), yet persistent trade-offs between herder welfare and responsible herding goals underscore the need for policy refinement. This study evaluates the ecological, economic, and social outcomes of GECP in A…
Belt and Road Initiative, Institution Quality and China’s Outward Foreign Direct Investments
This paper examines the direct and spatial impacts of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) on China’s OFDI globally and tests the moderating effect of the BRI, considering economic development, resources and institution quality for 186 countries from 2008 to 2019. The results imply that the BRI has significantly improved China’s OFDI globally, with a much larger effect in Asia and Africa. This study finds that institutional quality has no direct im…
Impact of the Belt and Road Initiative on China’s Inward and Outward FDI and Investment Coordination Synergy
This paper assesses the state of inward foreign direct investment (IFDI) and outward foreign direct investment (OFDI), as well as the direct and spatial impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiatives (BRI) on FDI and the degree of coordination synergy between IFDI and OFDI at the provincial level. The paper uses a discontinuous and spatial regression analysis covering 30 Chinese provinces between 2007 and 2019. The results suggest that China’s IFDI …
Factors Influencing the Performance of the Batik-based Apparel SMEs in Malaysia
Efforts to enhance the commercialization of Malaysian Batik require a fresh perspective for greater effectiveness. Existing studies have predominantly concentrated on cost and supply-related issues. However, higher profits also significantly depend on bolstering the demand for the Batik. This article delves into the obstacles of the demand side by examining the challenges faced by Batik-based apparel small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysi…
Sustainable Livelihood Capitals and Livelihood Outcomes of Peasant Households in China
This study empirically examines the relationship between different forms of sustainable livelihood capital and livelihood outcomes, measured as the income and expenditure capacity of peasant households in China. Overall, the results show that land and human capital are the most important determinants of expenditure-based livelihood outcomes, while other forms of capital play significantly smaller roles. In contrast, for farm income, land and tech…
Enhancing SME Stability in Emerging Asian Economies
This study develops a binary logistic regression-based early warning model to predict financial distress among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from China. Drawing on a sample of 90 firms listed on the Chinese SME board, including 45 special treatment firms from 2017 to 2022 and 45 matched non-distressed counterparts as a control group, this study analyses 24 financial indicators covering solvency, operational efficiency, profitability a…
Regional Economic Corridors and Household Income
This study investigates the impact of regional economic corridors (RECs) on household income in Malaysia using micro-level cross-sectional data from 2007 to 2019. The results show that although corridor strategies contribute to income growth, their effects remain modest. Household incomes in corridor states are, on average, lower than in non-corridor states, though this gap has narrowed over time, suggesting that corridor effects require longer p…
Regional economic growth, digital economy and tax competition in China
This paper assesses tax competition in China across provinces as well as time-space and examines the direct and spatial effects of economic growth on tax competition using data from 31 provinces in China from 2011-2020. Additionally, digital development and fiscal governance are measured using the TOPSIS model based on the EWM and text analysis methods, and the moderating effect of two between economic growth and tax competition is evaluated. The…
Exploring SME environmental behaviour and practice
Watershed Horizontal Ecological Compensation Policy and Green Ecological City Development
Green ecological development has become an inevitable choice to achieve sustainable urban development and carbon neutrality. This paper evaluates the level of green ecological city development in the Xin'an watershed as measured by green total factor productivity ( GTFP ), analyzes the direct and spatial effects of the Watershed Horizontal Ecological Compensation policy on GTFP , and further examines the moderating effect of the Research and Deve…
Co-management approach to sustainable management of marine protected areas
Mainland Chinese Immigrant-owned SMEs in Malaysia
This article explores the contributions of—and constraints faced by—small and medium enterprises (SMEs) owned by mainland Chinese immigrant entrepreneurs in Malaysia using qualitative research and primary data gathered from five cases. It was found that Chinese immigrant SMEs make significant contributions to the host economy in terms of employment, diverse products and services, exports, innovation, micro foreign direct investment (FDI) and glob…
Inclusive Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainable Growth
Globally, entrepreneurship is expected to play a central role in achieving ‘inclusive growth’. This special issue draws on various developments related to the role of business incubators, academia and social enterprises towards achieving inclusive entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable growth. A ‘successful entrepreneurship ecosystem’, which includes business incubation is fundamental for promoting economic growth. Over the years, business …
Reshaping the Business Incubator Model
Since the late 1980s, the business incubator model in China has been evolving—from the early traditional model that focused mainly on providing basic services, such as office space and one-stop administrative services, to an emerging value chain model (value position, value creation, value transfer and value capture), which efficiently combines the profits of an incubator with the success of its incubating tenant ventures. This article analyses t…
The Relationship between Conversion Factors and Health
This study examined the association between health condition and conversion factors (i.e. environmental, individual and social) among workers in the ready-made garment (RMG) industry in Bangladesh. It used data gathered from a cross-sectional survey of 775 RMG workers in the Dhaka and Narayanganj districts. Using multiple logistic regression, the study found that: (1) achieving good health among RMG workers is hindered by various factors includin…
Financing Social Innovation for Poverty Reduction
Microfinancing is widely perceived to contribute towards social innovation for poverty reduction. We examined the Challenging the Frontiers of Poverty Reduction (CFPR) programme implemented by the Bangladesh Rural Advancement Committee (BRAC) between 2002 and 2007, as it used an innovative approach to microfinancing by transferring assets rather than cash to ultra poor participants. We examined two aspects: (i) the impact of microfinancing throug…
Commodified science and social wellbeing
From science to commerce
Science
Export Control Regimes and India's Space and Missile Programmes
Multilateral export control regimes such as the London Club and Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) aim to prevent the flow of complex dual-use technologies to certain ‘target’ countries. The underlying belief has been that these regimes would be able to delay or cripple strategic weapon programmes in ‘target’ countries. However, little attention has been paid to understand the factors that influence the effectiveness of these regimes. In re…
Technology accumulation in the ground systems of India's space program
The Impact of Export Controls on Indigenous Technology Development in India's Space Programme
Technology accumulation in the ground systems of India's space program
The Impact of Export Controls on Indigenous Technology Development in India's Space Programme
Export Control Regimes and India's Space and Missile Programmes
Multilateral export control regimes such as the London Club and Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) aim to prevent the flow of complex dual-use technologies to certain ‘target’ countries. The underlying belief has been that these regimes would be able to delay or cripple strategic weapon programmes in ‘target’ countries. However, little attention has been paid to understand the factors that influence the effectiveness of these regimes. In re…
Science
From science to commerce
Commodified science and social wellbeing
Financing Social Innovation for Poverty Reduction
Microfinancing is widely perceived to contribute towards social innovation for poverty reduction. We examined the Challenging the Frontiers of Poverty Reduction (CFPR) programme implemented by the Bangladesh Rural Advancement Committee (BRAC) between 2002 and 2007, as it used an innovative approach to microfinancing by transferring assets rather than cash to ultra poor participants. We examined two aspects: (i) the impact of microfinancing throug…
Inclusive Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainable Growth
Globally, entrepreneurship is expected to play a central role in achieving ‘inclusive growth’. This special issue draws on various developments related to the role of business incubators, academia and social enterprises towards achieving inclusive entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainable growth. A ‘successful entrepreneurship ecosystem’, which includes business incubation is fundamental for promoting economic growth. Over the years, business …
Reshaping the Business Incubator Model
Since the late 1980s, the business incubator model in China has been evolving—from the early traditional model that focused mainly on providing basic services, such as office space and one-stop administrative services, to an emerging value chain model (value position, value creation, value transfer and value capture), which efficiently combines the profits of an incubator with the success of its incubating tenant ventures. This article analyses t…
The Relationship between Conversion Factors and Health
This study examined the association between health condition and conversion factors (i.e. environmental, individual and social) among workers in the ready-made garment (RMG) industry in Bangladesh. It used data gathered from a cross-sectional survey of 775 RMG workers in the Dhaka and Narayanganj districts. Using multiple logistic regression, the study found that: (1) achieving good health among RMG workers is hindered by various factors includin…
Mainland Chinese Immigrant-owned SMEs in Malaysia
This article explores the contributions of—and constraints faced by—small and medium enterprises (SMEs) owned by mainland Chinese immigrant entrepreneurs in Malaysia using qualitative research and primary data gathered from five cases. It was found that Chinese immigrant SMEs make significant contributions to the host economy in terms of employment, diverse products and services, exports, innovation, micro foreign direct investment (FDI) and glob…
Co-management approach to sustainable management of marine protected areas
Exploring SME environmental behaviour and practice
Watershed Horizontal Ecological Compensation Policy and Green Ecological City Development
Green ecological development has become an inevitable choice to achieve sustainable urban development and carbon neutrality. This paper evaluates the level of green ecological city development in the Xin'an watershed as measured by green total factor productivity ( GTFP ), analyzes the direct and spatial effects of the Watershed Horizontal Ecological Compensation policy on GTFP , and further examines the moderating effect of the Research and Deve…
Regional economic growth, digital economy and tax competition in China
This paper assesses tax competition in China across provinces as well as time-space and examines the direct and spatial effects of economic growth on tax competition using data from 31 provinces in China from 2011-2020. Additionally, digital development and fiscal governance are measured using the TOPSIS model based on the EWM and text analysis methods, and the moderating effect of two between economic growth and tax competition is evaluated. The…
Belt and Road Initiative, Institution Quality and China’s Outward Foreign Direct Investments
This paper examines the direct and spatial impacts of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) on China’s OFDI globally and tests the moderating effect of the BRI, considering economic development, resources and institution quality for 186 countries from 2008 to 2019. The results imply that the BRI has significantly improved China’s OFDI globally, with a much larger effect in Asia and Africa. This study finds that institutional quality has no direct im…
Impact of the Belt and Road Initiative on China’s Inward and Outward FDI and Investment Coordination Synergy
This paper assesses the state of inward foreign direct investment (IFDI) and outward foreign direct investment (OFDI), as well as the direct and spatial impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiatives (BRI) on FDI and the degree of coordination synergy between IFDI and OFDI at the provincial level. The paper uses a discontinuous and spatial regression analysis covering 30 Chinese provinces between 2007 and 2019. The results suggest that China’s IFDI …
Factors Influencing the Performance of the Batik-based Apparel SMEs in Malaysia
Efforts to enhance the commercialization of Malaysian Batik require a fresh perspective for greater effectiveness. Existing studies have predominantly concentrated on cost and supply-related issues. However, higher profits also significantly depend on bolstering the demand for the Batik. This article delves into the obstacles of the demand side by examining the challenges faced by Batik-based apparel small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysi…
Sustainable Livelihood Capitals and Livelihood Outcomes of Peasant Households in China
This study empirically examines the relationship between different forms of sustainable livelihood capital and livelihood outcomes, measured as the income and expenditure capacity of peasant households in China. Overall, the results show that land and human capital are the most important determinants of expenditure-based livelihood outcomes, while other forms of capital play significantly smaller roles. In contrast, for farm income, land and tech…
Enhancing SME Stability in Emerging Asian Economies
This study develops a binary logistic regression-based early warning model to predict financial distress among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from China. Drawing on a sample of 90 firms listed on the Chinese SME board, including 45 special treatment firms from 2017 to 2022 and 45 matched non-distressed counterparts as a control group, this study analyses 24 financial indicators covering solvency, operational efficiency, profitability a…
Regional Economic Corridors and Household Income
This study investigates the impact of regional economic corridors (RECs) on household income in Malaysia using micro-level cross-sectional data from 2007 to 2019. The results show that although corridor strategies contribute to income growth, their effects remain modest. Household incomes in corridor states are, on average, lower than in non-corridor states, though this gap has narrowed over time, suggesting that corridor effects require longer p…
Towards Cleaner and Responsible Herding
Grassland ecosystems, China's largest terrestrial biomes, are vital for ecological stability and sustaining pastoral livelihoods. Confronting severe degradation, the Chinese government introduced the Grassland Ecological Compensation Policy (GECP), yet persistent trade-offs between herder welfare and responsible herding goals underscore the need for policy refinement. This study evaluates the ecological, economic, and social outcomes of GECP in A…
Economics (15 works) · Business (11 works) · Political science (10 works) · Economic growth (8 works) · Computer Science (6 works) · China (5 works) · Engineering (5 works) · Incentive (4 works) · Market economy (4 works) · Sustainable development (4 works)