Free trade agreements and LSBCI Database: A panel data

This dataset provides a comprehensive collection of maritime connectivity, trade agreements, and bilateral trade flows across 120 countries from 2012 to 2020. It includes key variables such as the Liner Shipping Bilateral Connectivity Index (LSBCI), maritime distances, economic indicators, and trade agreement status, facilitating the analysis of infrastructure thresholds in trade integration. The data is sourced from UNCTAD, CEPII, and World Bank, ensuring high reliability and global coverage. This repository supports empirical research on the interaction between maritime connectivity and trade policies, with applications in development economics, international trade, and transportation economics.