Reflexions on the Scope and Classification of Logistics Services in Trade Negotiations

Abstract

Logistics services are an important issue for trade in services negotiations. However, there are different perspectives related to the scope of logistics services, not only for policy makers involved in services negotiations but also academia. This leads to differing understandings and classifications of logistics services depending on the perspective. A bibliometric and network analysis was conducted to identify keywords and propose an expanded definition that reflects the current role and scope of services offered by logistics service providers. A novel nomenclature for logistics services classification is advanced based on an expanded definition. WTO, Trade logistics, Logistics service, LSP definition and classification, Trade in services negotiation