1st Edition

Emerging Markets and the Digital Economy A Framework for Enhancing Global Competitiveness

By Karim Hamza Copyright 2026
344 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

344 Pages 3 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This book provides a strategic blueprint for understanding how pioneering emerging markets are leveraging the digital economy to challenge global economic hierarchies. It explores the role of disruptive technologies like AI, 5G, and fintech in reshaping industries, markets, and economic structures. Designed for researchers, business leaders, policymakers, and strategists, this book delivers a... Read more

Introduction Part I:   Foundations of Digital Economy Competitiveness 1. The New Rules of Global Competitiveness 2. Technology-Enabled Industries 3. Disruptive Technologies – Engines of Global Transformation Part II:  The Rise of Digital Titans: Pioneering Emerging Markets Shaping the Future Economy  4. China: Leading the Digital Silk Road 5. India: A Hub for IT Innovation and Digital Services 6. South Korea: Pioneering 5G and Smart Technologies 7. Turkey: Bridging Europe and Asia in Digital Innovation 8. United Arab Emirates: A Leader in Smart Government and Digital Infrastructure 9. Saudi Arabia 10. Malaysia 11. Vietnam 12. Mexico  13. Egypt 14. Global Digital Competitiveness: Lessons from Emerging Market Leaders Part III: The Battle for Digital Supremacy: Geopolitics and Investment in the New Digital Order 15. Influence of US Tech Giants on Emerging Digital Economies 16. Emerging Tech Titans: Challenging Western Dominance in the Digital Age 17. Navigating Global Economic Power Shifts: Conflict, Competition, or Cooperation? 18. The Digital Economy’s Future Outlook: Shaping Global Competitiveness

Biography

Karim Hamza is a globally recognized expert in digital economy strategies, AI, and emerging technologies, with a distinguished career spanning policy advisory, corporate consulting, and pioneering research.