Re-investigating the linkages between FDI and export: The moderating roles of environmental regulation

Key Points

• Exports significantly increase with higher levels of foreign direct investment, particularly under strong environmental regulations.
• The study indicates that effective environmental regulations can enhance the positive impacts of foreign direct investment on exports.
• Analysis reveals complex interactions between foreign direct investment, exports, and environmental regulations across various economies.
• Findings suggest that policymakers should consider environmental regulations to optimize export performance alongside foreign direct investment.