East Asian economies invest heavily in human capital

Govt should not only support agricultural sector, but also offer vocational training to migrants

Exports as percentage of GDP fell from 14% in 2011 to 11% in 2015

They are tools for facilitation of trade between participant countries

Country must enhance linkages between firms, research institutes to increase exports, rank high on ECI

Would not only provide cheaper labour but also benefit households, improve living standard of poor strata

Lower oil prices present golden opportunity to invest in future