El modelo gravitacional del comercio y el TLC entre Colombia y Estados Unidos

Abstract

"The gravity model is a well-known tool in order to predict international trade patterns. Based on annual trade data for 178 countries between 1948 and 1999, the paper estimates that a FTA between Colombia and the U.S. would raise bilateral trade by 40%. However, trade would fall by 58% if no such agreement is signed, and the unilateral trade preferences granted under ATPDEA are lifted. Another set of estimations uses US imports by sector and finds a much larger effect. In addition, in this database transport costs can be measured. The estimated elasticity of imports with respect to these costs is -0.5, implying large gains from improvements in regulation and infrastructure."