Yessi Vadila

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Yessi Vadila, Ph.d

Profile

Dr. Yessi Vadila is an accomplished trade analyst, economist, and policy researcher with a profound focus on international trade, socio-economic policy, and regional economic integration. Holding a Ph.D. from the prestigious Crawford School of Public Policy at the Australian National University (ANU), Dr. Vadila successfully bridges the gap between rigorous academic research and practical governmental policy. Throughout her career, she has consistently contributed to shaping foreign trade policies, evaluating tariff reforms, and promoting ASEAN’s role as a center of global economic growth.

Expertise

  • International & Foreign Trade Policy: Specialized knowledge in formulating, analyzing, and implementing strategic trade policies for both national governmental bodies and international economic institutes.

  • Tariff Reforms & Socio-Economic Impact: Extensive academic and practical expertise in analyzing the socio-economic, environmental, and health impacts of tariff structures and trade reforms within emerging markets, particularly Indonesia.

  • ASEAN Economic Integration: Deep understanding of Southeast Asian economic landscapes, demographic profiles, and regional growth strategies.

  • Export Strategies: Strategic management and analysis of industrial and mining product exports to enhance national revenue and international market competitiveness.

  • Quantitative Economic Research: Advanced proficiency in conducting high-level economic research, data analysis, and policy evaluation.

Experience & Background

Ministry of Trade, Republic of Indonesia

Senior Trade Analyst (Analis Perdagangan Ahli Madya)

  • Serves as a key analyst within the Directorate of Export for Industrial and Mining Products (Direktorat Ekspor Produk Industri dan Pertambangan).

  • Evaluates foreign trade dynamics, drafts policy recommendations, and ensures that export strategies align with Indonesia’s broader macroeconomic objectives.

Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA)

Trade Specialist

  • Acts as a prominent researcher and trade specialist focusing on the Southeast Asia region.

  • Co-authors high-impact economic articles, reviews, and policy papers—including significant publications on ASEAN’s potential as a global “Epicentrum of Growth”—alongside distinguished regional economists.

Australian National University (Crawford School of Public Policy)

Doctoral Researcher

  • Completed her Ph.D. under the supervision of prominent economists, including Professor Budy Resosudarmo.

  • Authored a highly regarded doctoral thesis titled, “The socio-economic, environmental, and health impacts of tariff reforms in Indonesia,” providing empirical evidence crucial for future trade policy formulation.