Task Team on International Trade Statistics Progress Overview
The Secretariat of the Task Team on International Trade Statistics, under the United Nations Committee of Experts on Business and Trade Statistics, is actively involved in revising manuals on international trade statistics. Established in 2021, the team focuses on enhancing the integration between t
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Understanding International Trade and Globalization
Explore the concepts of international trade, importing, exporting, visible and invisible trade, and the impacts of globalization on the interconnected world. Learn about the reasons why countries like Ireland engage in trade, as well as the benefits and challenges for businesses. Delve into the bala
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Economic Development and Foreign Trade Policies in India
The economic development and policy in India with a focus on foreign trade policies are discussed in this paper. It covers the historical phases of India's trade policy, objectives, and the impact of economic development on foreign trade. The paper also delves into the various theories of foreign tr
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Nepal-Australia Trade Relations: Current Scenario and Future Outlook
Trade between Nepal and Australia is characterized by a significant trade deficit, with most of Nepal's trade being with India. The trade deficit has been attributed to various factors such as consumption patterns, production challenges, and weak marketing. The COVID-19 pandemic further impacted tra
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Overview of the World Trade Organization (WTO)
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an intergovernmental organization established in 1995 to regulate international trade among nations, replacing the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). It deals with trade in goods, services, and intellectual property, aiming to create trade agreements
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Understanding International Financial Environment and Foreign Exchange Markets
The international financial system encompasses the management and trading of international money and monetary assets. This involves transactions in foreign currency, foreign deposits, investments, and assets. The foreign exchange market facilitates the exchange of currencies, determining exchange ra
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Understanding Foreign Capital and Its Implications on Development
Foreign capital plays a significant role in the development of a country through investments from foreign governments, institutions, and individuals. It encompasses various forms such as foreign aid, commercial borrowings, and investments that contribute to capital formation, technology utilization,
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Understanding Foreign Capital and Its Impact on Development
Foreign capital encompasses investments from foreign governments, private individuals, and international organizations in a country, including aid, commercial borrowings, and foreign investments. It plays a crucial role in capital formation, technology utilization, and development across various sec
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The New Trade Theory and Economies of Scale in International Trade
The New Trade Theory, emerged in the 1970s, challenges traditional trade theories by emphasizing the role of increasing returns and economies of scale in international trade. It introduces the concept of industrial organization and imperfect competition to explain how countries trade not only based
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Overview of CARICOM-Colombia Trade Agreement
Presentation by the Ministry of Trade and Industry on the CARICOM-Colombia Trade, Economic, and Technical Co-operation Agreement, covering key facts, trade with Colombia, non-tariff barriers, and ways to address additional market access under the agreement. The agreement, signed in 1994, aimed to en
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Overview of Ancient Trade Networks
Ancient trade networks such as the Silk Road and Indian Ocean Trade facilitated exchange of goods, ideas, and culture between distant regions. The Silk Road connected China to the Roman Empire, enabling trade in silk, precious stones, and metals. Indian Ocean trade routes linked China, Southeast Asi
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Economic Development During Pandya Period
Agriculture, industry, trade, and commerce played crucial roles in the economic growth of the Pandya period. The state focused on improving irrigation facilities, leading to flourishing trade and commerce. Agriculture was the primary occupation, with lands divided into different categories. Industri
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Understanding Factors Influencing Voluntary Trade
Explore factors that impact voluntary trade, such as currency exchange, international trade specialization, and trade barriers like tariffs. Delve into the importance of resources and how countries become interdependent through global trade, enhancing the global economy through voluntary trade inter
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Post-Brexit Trade Developments and Partnerships: A Comprehensive Overview
The post-Brexit landscape for the UK involves significant changes in trade relationships, with key developments including trade agreements, partnerships, and negotiations involving the EU, US, and California. Dr. Matt Beech's insights on the UK's evolving position post-EU exit shed light on the chal
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Understanding International Trade and Globalization
Explore the concepts of international trade, globalization, and their impact on the global economy. Discover how trade dynamics have evolved over the years, the role of tariffs and quotas, and the implications of trade imbalances. Delve into the effects of globalization and the interdependence of ec
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Enhancing Trade Potential along Shymkent-Tashkent-Khujand Economic Corridor
Explore the trade potential along the Shymkent-Tashkent-Khujand Economic Corridor, focusing on recent shocks, trends in trade between STKEC economies, composition of trade, and barriers to trade development. Discover how Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan are enhancing their economic cooperation
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Understanding World Trade Dynamics
Explore the intricacies of international trade in Chapter 2, "World Trade: An Overview," covering topics such as the Gravity Model, trade barriers, global production fluctuations, and the evolution of traded goods and services over time. Delve into who trades with whom, the impact of country size on
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Understanding International Trade and Foreign Exchange Markets
Explore the world of international trade, foreign exchange markets, trade deficits, and trade restrictions in this comprehensive web quiz. Uncover key facts, trade barriers, economic impacts of tariffs, benefits and problems of exchange rates, and more. Delve into major imports and exports of the Un
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International Trade Centre: Empowering Small Businesses Through Trade
The International Trade Centre, a joint agency of the United Nations and World Trade Organization, supports small businesses globally in engaging in international trade. With a vision of creating inclusive, sustainable economies, ITC focuses on areas like regional integration, resilient value chains
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Fair and Alternative Trade: A Path to Ethical Consumption
Fair Trade and Alternative Trade practices aim to create a more equitable and just global marketplace. Fair Trade focuses on fair prices and relationships for producers, while Alternative Trade emphasizes partnership and respect between producers and consumers. Through these approaches, consumers ca
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Exploring European Regional Trade: Insights and Analysis
The study delves into European regional trade dynamics, focusing on sub-national units like provinces and their impact on trade patterns. Detailed trade flows data across 269 regions in 24 European countries from 2011-17 are analyzed using the gravity model. The significance of geographical level in
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International Merchandise Trade Statistics Workshop Overview
Presentation by Nilima Lal at the International Merchandise Trade Statistics Workshop in Nadi, Fiji focusing on the compilation, analysis, and dissemination of trade data. The workshop emphasizes the importance of relevant information on imported and exported goods, development partners collaboratin
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Trade Dynamics in the Customs Union of Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Russia: A 2010-2011 Analysis
The paper examines trade trends within the Customs Union (CU) of Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Russia in 2010-2011, focusing on trade creation and diversion effects. It analyzes the impact of the CU on member countries like Kazakhstan, emphasizing the potential outcomes of improved trade facilitation. Ke
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Insights into Early World Trade Routes
Early long-distance trade primarily dealt with luxury items like silk, gold, and spices before 1500. The growth of markets reflects economic vitality and the benefits and losses of trade on society have been analyzed historically. Trade networks connected diverse cultures, with trade diasporas datin
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China's Economic Growth, Trade, and Investment Trends
Explore the dynamic trends of China's GDP growth, foreign direct investment, foreign trade, and foreign exchange reserves through visual representations. Discover the country's economic transformation from 1953 to 2014, highlighting key events and milestones impacting its economic landscape. Gain in
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Foreign-Owned Enterprises (FOEs) in the South Bay
Foreign-Owned Enterprises (FOEs) play a significant role in the South Bay region, contributing substantially to its economy. Foreign firms from developed nations like Japan, UK, and Germany have a strong presence in the area. The concentration of FOEs in cities correlates with improved performance.
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Knowledge Sharing on Trade & Investment in ACP House Brussels
The knowledge-sharing event focused on building trade capacity, improving competitiveness, and analyzing regulatory frameworks for trade and investment. It emphasized understanding EU market requirements, identifying future opportunities, and providing ongoing support for trade agreements. Various p
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Understanding Foreign Exchange Markets and Risks
Financial managers need to grasp the operations of foreign exchange markets for global business success. These markets allow participants to trade currencies, raise capital, transfer risk, and speculate on currency values. Transactions expose businesses to foreign exchange risk, where fluctuations i
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Foreign Exchange Regulations in India: FERA and FEMA Overview
The Foreign Exchange Regulations in India are governed by acts like FERA and FEMA, aimed at regulating, controlling, and ensuring proper utilization of foreign exchange to promote economic development. FERA, enacted in 1973, was later replaced by FEMA in 2000 to facilitate external trade, payments,
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Manual on Principal Indicators for Business and Trade Statistics - Volume 2
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development has developed Volume 2 of the Manual on Principal Indicators for Business and Trade Statistics to meet policy needs and enhance the reading and analysis of international trade data. The manual aims to benefit statisticians, compilers, researcher
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Directorate General of Foreign Trade: Promoting India's Exports and Trade
India's Directorate General of Foreign Trade, under the Ministry of Commerce, is responsible for formulating trade policies, promoting exports, and facilitating trade activities. With a focus on enhancing export performance, the DGFT plays a crucial role in supporting India's economic growth through
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Understanding International Trade: Principles and Benefits
Delve into the world of international trade with a focus on absolute and comparative advantage, gains from trade, barriers, and protectionism. Explore the motivation for trade, specialization, and productivity gains. Learn about the basis for trade, including absolute and comparative advantage, and
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Foreign Funding for Civil Society: Enhancing or Undermining Democracy?
The discussion revolves around the impact of foreign funding on civil society organizations (CSOs) and democracy. It explores legal restrictions, political targeting, and the trend of limiting foreign funding in approximately 50 countries since 2000. Various case studies from Bolivia, Egypt, Ethiopi
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Understanding Comparative Advantage and Gains from Trade
In this lecture on comparative advantage and gains from trade, the concept of why countries trade, price differences, supply and demand, the Ricardian model of trade, identifying comparative advantage, and critiques of comparative advantage are discussed. The benefits of free trade and how it leads
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Understanding Trade Data: Importance, Collection, and Sources
Explore the significance of trade data, differences between official and unrecorded trade resources, and the mirroring technique for handling missing data. Delve into main features, official data sources, and alternative methods for accurate trade data. Learn how countries collect trade data, why it
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Understanding Trade in Value-Added (TiVA) and Global Value Chains
Trade in Value-Added (TiVA) offers crucial insights into the complexities of global value chains and economic globalization. By shifting focus from gross trade statistics to value creation along supply chains, TiVA helps in formulating better policies and addressing systemic risks associated with ma
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Promoting Gender Equality in Trade: Turkey's Legal and Economic Perspectives
This project in Turkey focuses on enhancing gender equality in trade through legal and economic lenses. It aims to address gender gaps in foreign trade-oriented companies, improve working conditions for women, and influence national and firm-level policies for inclusiveness in trade. The project inc
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Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999: Overview and Structure
The Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) of 1999 replaced the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) and empowers the Reserve Bank of India to regulate foreign exchange transactions. FEMA imposes restrictions on foreign exchange dealings and requires transactions to be conducted through authorized
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Insights into Merchanting Trade for International Transactions
Merchanting trade involves the shipment of goods from one foreign country to another foreign country with the involvement of an Indian intermediary. This concept promotes international trade and is governed by specific guidelines issued by RBI. The transaction must meet certain conditions to be clas
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Global Agricultural Trade Trends and the Impact on U.S.-China Relations
Amidst a rollercoaster decade of global trade dynamics, the U.S.-China agricultural trade relationship has faced challenges and fluctuations. From the Great Recession to trade wars and the pandemic, trade patterns have shifted significantly, influencing agricultural trade growth. The presentation di
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