Authors: Ms.Selcia A, Ms Priya P, Dr.Prabhakaran.K
Abstract: E-commerce has emerged as a transformative force in the global economy, significantly reshaping traditional models of international trade. By enabling digital transactions across national boundaries, e-commerce has reduced geographical barriers, lowered transaction costs, and expanded market access for businesses of all sizes. Cross-border trade, which once depended heavily on physical presence, intermediaries, and complex documentation, is now increasingly facilitated through online platforms, digital payment systems, and advanced logistics networks. This study examines the influence of e-commerce on cross-border trade, focusing on its role in enhancing market connectivity, promoting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and accelerating global trade integration. While e-commerce offers numerous opportunities such as faster market entry, improved consumer reach, and operational efficiency, it also presents challenges related to regulatory compliance, taxation, cybersecurity, and logistics management. The paper analyses the evolving relationship between e-commerce and international trade by reviewing existing literature and conceptual frameworks. It highlights how digital trade platforms are redefining global commerce while emphasising the need for supportive policies and infrastructure. The study concludes that e-commerce has become a critical driver of cross-border trade growth and will continue to influence global trade patterns in the digital era. platforms has simplified these processes by offering integrated solutions for marketing, payments, and logistics. As a result, firms—especially SMEs—can now participate in international markets with relatively lower investment and risk. The influence of e-commerce on cross-border trade is particularly significant in developing economies, where digital platforms provide access to global markets that were previously unreachable.
DOI: http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20642974
