Na Li

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Na Li is an Associate Professor at the Vienna University of Economics and Business, affiliated under the institution's honorary faculty cohort. Her research bridges international trade, labor economics, and digital transformation, with a thematic focus on how global commerce reshapes labor markets, gender dynamics, and regulatory frameworks.

Research Focus: Prof. Li's work investigates the intersection of trade policies and socioeconomic outcomes. Key areas include:

• Gender disparities in employment influenced by global trade and FDI,
• Digital skill requirements in evolving labor markets,
• Income volatility linked to trade dependencies,
• Regulatory methodologies for services trade, and
• Cross-border vs. commercial presence in service globalization.

Publication Trends: Her scholarly output (2008–2025) demonstrates consistent emphasis on trade elasticity, labor adaptability, and policy robustness. Recent works prioritize gender-inclusive economics and digitalization metrics, while earlier studies established foundations in trade-complementarity and shock resilience.