Write me outline using the topic which Individual Task 1: Research Question and Rationale a) What is your research question? My research question is: How does cross-border e-commerce influence the export competitiveness of SMEs in Mongolia, particularly in their trade with China and Russia? This question addresses a significant gap in the literature on international business and digital trade. While much existing research explores cross-border e-commerce (CBEC) in large or coastal emerging economies such as China, Vietnam, or India (Cassia & Magno, 2021; ECIT, 2023), few studies focus on landlocked and less digitally integrated nations like Mongolia. In particular, the unique geopolitical context of Mongolia situated between two major trading partners, China and Russia creates a distinct environment for the adoption and impact of CBEC. There is a limited understanding of how Mongolian SMEs use CBEC platforms to overcome traditional export barriers, such as high logistics costs, limited infrastructure, and regulatory constraints. Moreover, Mongolia's reliance on its neighbors for trade corridors adds complexity not seen in other regions. This research will explore not only the benefits of CBEC but also the specific barriers Mongolian SMEs face and how they respond strategically. To fill this knowledge gap, several supporting questions will be explored: What types of CBEC platforms are Mongolian SMEs using, and how effectively? What barriers (technological, infras