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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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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Opportunities in Karnataka's Maritime Sector: Virtual Maritime India Summit 2021
Discover the marine investment opportunities in Karnataka highlighted at the Virtual Maritime India Summit 2021. With a well-developed industrial hinterland and picturesque coastal landscape, Karnataka offers multiple prospects in the maritime sector, including tourism development along its waterway
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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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Establishment of Maritime Service for Agricultural Trade in the Caribbean
Objective of the FAO-CDB study is to facilitate agri-food trade, improve food security, and support financing of a maritime service connecting Barbados, Grenada, Guyana, and Trinidad and Tobago. The study involves conducting literature reviews, assessing vessel characteristics, and developing a pilo
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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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Maritime and Geographical Overview of Equatorial Guinea
Equatorial Guinea, a country in central Africa, boasts a significant maritime presence and strategic geographical location in the Gulf of Guinea. With a population of over 1.2 million, it shares borders with Cameroon and Gabon while having maritime boundaries extending 320 nautical miles. The countr
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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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International Maritime Organization (IMO) and IMSAS: Ensuring Compliance with Maritime Standards
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) plays a crucial role in promoting maritime safety, protecting the marine environment, enhancing maritime security, and ensuring the human element in shipping. Through the Instrument Implementation Code (III Code) and the Voluntary IMO Member State Audit
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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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History of Transportation Innovations: Impact on Maritime Travel
Explore the evolution of maritime transportation through the ages, from oared galleys and sailing ships to the revolutionary steam-powered vessels. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of different ship types, including their impact on trade, exploration, and warfare. Discover how innovation
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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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Constanta Maritime University - Empowering Maritime Education
Constanta Maritime University in Romania, established in 1972, is a prestigious public institution offering a diverse range of accredited study programs in maritime and engineering fields. With a focus on quality assurance and international recognition, the university remains a leading choice for st
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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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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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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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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 Two-Country Trade Dynamics
Delve into the intricacies of two-country trade using the Standard Trade Model. Explore concepts such as free trade, autarky, balanced trade assumption, and the impact of trading on prices within countries. Gain insight into how international trade influences market values and price equilibrium betw
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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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Maritime Cloud: Supporting Seamless Information Transfer in E-Navigation
The Maritime Cloud is a technical framework designed to facilitate seamless data exchange in e-navigation, connecting maritime actors onboard and ashore. It addresses identified framework requirements and guiding principles for secure communication and efficient service provision in the maritime ind
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Maritime Initiatives in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The report outlines various maritime initiatives in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, including the Commonwealth Marine Economies Program, technical missions from IALA, goals for maritime spatial planning and development, and efforts towards ocean governance. Challenges and areas for improvement in ma
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Economic Impact of Washington's Maritime Industry
Washington State's maritime industry, rooted in a rich history of timber production and trade hub location, encompasses core sectors like passenger water transportation, shipbuilding, fishing, and more. With an annual economic impact of $15.2B, the industry thrives through innovation, research, and
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Delimitation of Maritime Boundaries by Negotiation or International Courts
Delimitation of maritime boundaries can be achieved through negotiation or by international courts or tribunals. Maritime boundary agreements have legal effects and obligations for the involved states. International bodies like the International Court of Justice and the International Tribunal for th
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MARINN Maritime Innovation Cluster - Driving Skills Development in the Maritime Industry
MARINN Maritime Innovation Cluster, founded by GITONE Kvarner, is focused on developing skills in the maritime industry amidst a digital and green revolution. Through collaboration, education, and innovation, MARINN aims to enhance operations, promote sustainability, and empower professionals for th
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Celebrate National Careers Week with Maritime Careers Ambassadors!
National Careers Week from 6th-12th March features a Maritime-focused day on 8th March. Ambassadors are invited to share their experiences in a case study template by including a photo, a quote on Maritime careers, their name, role, and UK region. The completed templates can be posted on social medi
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Innovative Approach in Mathematical Education for Maritime Students
Explore the innovative approach in mathematical education for maritime students as presented during the MareMathics Teachers Training and Meeting in Tallinn. The sessions covered topics such as mathematical applications in thermodynamics, including partial derivatives, derivations, and integrals wit
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