Changing global production network and its implication on Belt and Road Initiative

*Corresponding author: Prem Chhetri Business IT and Logistics, RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia Tel: +61-3-9925-1392 Fax: +61-3-99255624 E-mail: prem.chhetri@rmit.edu.au Abstract This editorial establishes the broader context for debating the great global convergence of world economic systems and the role of Belt and Road Initiative in shaping the reconfiguration of key global transport nodes and trade corridors. The interwoven relationships between various aspects of technological transformation, supply chain integration and demographic restructuring in shaping the global value chain and integrated production networks are theoretically and empirically probed in this special issue. The importance of technological innovation, and structural reforms are highlighted to help businesses to sustainably manage the growing supply chain complexity and the likely disruptions during the fourth industrial revolution.