Freitas, Miguel Lebre deAlves, Beatriz2025-08-052025-01-082024-12-17http://hdl.handle.net/10362/186056Exports are a fundamental driver of economic development, particularly in countries like Palestine, where they can help alleviate unemployment, trade deficits, and economic dependency. On one hand, this research conducts a country-level analysis, benchmarking Palestine against comparable economies such as Serbia, Kosovo, and Burundi to identify best practices adaptable to its unique context. On the other hand, it employs a product-level analysis using metrics such as Revealed Comparative Advantage, Product Complexity, and Density indices to uncover opportunities for Palestine to diversify its exports toward higher-value-added products. The study provides evidence-based policy recommendations to address structural barriers, foster exports, and integrate Palestine into global markets, thereby supporting sustainable economic growth.engEconomic developmentInternational tradeExport strategyTrade facilitationBenchmark analysisProduct sophisticationmaster thesis203962508