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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Export Facilitation Schemes for Small and Medium Exporters in Sialkot Region
Explore the 2021 export facilitation schemes by the Collectorate of Customs in Sambrial, Sialkot, focusing on manufacturing bond rules, simplification through a single administrative document, eligibility criteria, and categorization of traders under the scheme. The schemes aim to increase accessibi
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Canada to Invest More in Visa Processing Infrastructure in Two Indian Cities
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement of Canada calls for a preliminary trade agreement which also wants more money spent on initiatives that benefit people. The agreement will spend $74.6 million to increase the capacity of New Delhi and Chandigarh. According to Canada, India is a crucia
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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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WTO Ratifications and Notifications Update February 2020
The WTO Secretariat shared good news on the implementation of Trade Facilitation Agreement commitments by developing members. Significant progress was reported, with several countries achieving full implementation. Additionally, 18 LDC members have provided indicative dates for their commitments ahe
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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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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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Trade Relations Between Trinidad and Tobago and Panama
Trinidad and Tobago and Panama signed a Partial Scope Trade Agreement in 2013, which entered into force in 2016. The agreement covers trade in goods, investment, trade facilitation, and institutional arrangements. The top exports from Trinidad and Tobago to Panama in 2016 included motor spirit, toil
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Strengthening Institutional Capacity for Trade Facilitation Presentation
Dr. Muda Yusuf presented on the concept and scope of trade facilitation at the National Conference on Non-Oil Export in Abuja. The presentation covered components, institutional issues, forex policy impact, and reform imperatives related to trade facilitation. Trade facilitation aims to simplify pro
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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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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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Enhancing Trade Efficiency in Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) for Prosperity
The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) focuses on trade facilitation to foster economic growth and quality of life. With trade agreements and capacity-building initiatives, member countries aim to streamline procedures and systems for export-led development. Efforts are underway to modernize trade pra
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AfCFTA: Ratification Agreement & Trade Strategies
In November 2018, the Agreement establishing the AfCFTA Select Committee on Trade and International Relations was ratified, outlining potential threats, mitigation strategies, implementation steps, stakeholder consultations, and the strategic importance of the AfCFTA to South Africa. The presentatio
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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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Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Trade Agreement Overview
This overview provides information on the Melanesian Spearhead Group Trade Agreement (MSGTA), its background, objectives, parties involved, preferential treatment accorded, rules of origin, and more. The agreement aims to enhance intra-regional trade, promote fairness and competition, and contribute
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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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CARICOM-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement Overview Presentation
This presentation highlights key facts and trade information between Trinidad and Tobago and Costa Rica, focusing on the CARICOM-Costa Rica Free Trade Agreement signed in 2004. It covers trade statistics, benefits, issues facing exporters, and the nature of the agreement. The agreement includes tari
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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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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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Enhancing Group Communication and Facilitation Techniques
Effective two-way communication is essential for facilitating group activities, negotiating, resolving conflicts, and engaging in online communications. Understanding group behaviors such as task-centered, people-centered, and self-centered can help in effectively managing meetings and group interac
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Stakeholders Conference Presentation on Bangladesh-India Trade Relations
Dr. K.G. Moazzem, Additional Research Director at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) in Bangladesh, presented at the Stakeholders Conference in Kolkata on the ongoing studies, goals, and key findings related to the Bangladesh-India trade relationship. The presentation highlighted the objectives of
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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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Overview of Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Agreement in WTO Law Class
The Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Agreement under WTO law addresses regulatory divergence costs on trade, covering information, specification, and conformity assessment for products and processes. It aims to harmonize technical regulations and standards while ensuring compliance without discrimi
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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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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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The Impact of Transatlantic Trade Agreements on Public Policy and Investor-State Disputes
The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) and Trans-Atlantic Trade and Investment Agreement negotiations, aimed at reducing barriers and liberalizing trade, raise concerns about threats to public budgets, economic benefits, and bias towards big businesses. Investor-state cases and di
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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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Understanding Intergroup Agreement and Disagreement Measures in Biostatistics
This presentation by Madhusmita Panda, an Associate Biostatistician at Cytel, discusses the importance of measuring intergroup agreement and disagreement in statistical analysis. The content covers various measures available in literature, intuitive approaches for measurement, and includes a hypothe
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Addressing Inequality in South Africa: Role of Facilitation in Social Inclusion
In a deeply unequal country like South Africa, with significant disparities in wealth distribution, employment opportunities, and social issues, effective facilitation can play a crucial role in promoting social inclusion, reducing inequality, and fostering systemic change. Factors such as high unem
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Overview of Regional Training Workshop on International Merchandise Trade Statistics and MSG Trade Agreement
The Regional Training Workshop focuses on International Merchandise Trade Statistics Compilation, Analysis, and Dissemination, shedding light on the Vision of MSG 2038 Prosperity for All Plan, MSG Trade Agreement, and key recommendations. The workshop delves into the background of MSGTA, its evoluti
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International Trade Agreements on Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures
Phytosanitary measures, pest-free areas, and agreements such as the SPS and TBT aim to protect health and prevent trade barriers in international trade. The SPS Agreement focuses on sanitary measures based on risk assessment, while the TBT Agreement aims to prevent unjustified technical barriers to
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National Trade Facilitation Committee - Government of Montenegro Overview
The National Trade Facilitation Committee (NTFC) of Montenegro plays a crucial role in coordinating trade facilitation measures and promoting public-private cooperation. Established with a clear set of objectives and functioning guidelines, the NTFC engages with key institutions in governance, the p
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Guidelines for Preventing Bribery and Facilitation Payments in Business
Establishing clear policies to prohibit bribery, managing bribery risks, and reducing facilitation payments are crucial in business operations. Implementation suggestions include staying informed on applicable laws, appointing senior managers, and establishing gift acceptance criteria. Monitoring hi
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