Trade Knowledge Exchange

Donald Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico, citing concerns over migration and drug trafficking. As these trade measures could reshape North American markets and the #USMCA, what lies ahead for businesses and economies? In our latest podcast, trade experts Simon Lester and Meredith Lilly unpack the Trump Trade Strategy, offering insights into the potential economic and geopolitical impacts. Listen now to stay ahead on the evolving dynamics of international trade! 🎙️ https://lnkd.in/d8KmYXXK #TradePolicy #Tariffs #InternationalTrade #Canada #Mexico #TrumpStrategy #GlobalEconomy

New Episode Alert! 🎙️ We’re diving deep into the implications of the US elections on global trade policy in the latest episode of Trade Knowledge Matters! Join our host, Amar Breckenridge, as he sits down with: 🔹 Meredith Lilly, Professor and Simon Reisman Chair in International Economic Policy at Carleton University 🔹 Simon Lester, Founder of WorldTradeLaw.net and China Trade Monitor, and non-resident Fellow at the Baker Institute Center for the United States and Mexico Together, they explore the trade strategies under the Trump administration, with key insights on: ✅ Tariffs as a multifaceted economic tool ✅ The ripple effects on Canada, Mexico, and beyond ✅ Risk mitigation for trade partners ✅ The future of the USMCA and global trade alliances ✅ Emerging issues like digital services taxes and China’s trade practices 💡 Key Takeaways Include: • Tariffs’ significant impact on American households • Challenges and opportunities in USMCA negotiations • Strategies for navigating evolving trade policies 🎧 Tune in to this insightful episode to stay ahead in the world of international trade: https://lnkd.in/ds_zE_xZ 👉 Follow us for more trade policy insights: 🔗 Twitter: @TKENews 🔗 LinkedIn: Trade Knowledge Exchange 🌐 Website: trade-knowledge.net 📩 Have thoughts or questions? Share them with us at events@trade-knowledge.net. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast! #TradePolicy #USMCA #GlobalTrade #Tariffs #Podcast

"How do you actually frame trade policy that can support your developmental agenda or the access agenda as well?" - Sunayana Sasmal joins Kimberley Botwright for an in-depth discussion on critical minerals on the Trade Knowledge Exchange podcast. They highlight the challenges faced by resource-rich countries in accessing markets and moving up the value chain, the importance of investment in processing, and the potential role of the WTO in facilitating trade rules. 👉 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/drtybpat #criticalminerals #internationaltrade #WTO #UKTPO

New Episode: Critical Minerals in Trade: Policy Choices and Pathways for Sustainable Growth In this insightful episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, host Amar Breckenridge dives deep into the world of critical minerals and their role in modern trade policy. Joining the discussion are two industry experts: Kimberley Botwright, Head of Sustainable Trade at the World Economic Forum, and Sunayana Sasmal, Research Fellow in International Trade Law at the UK Trade Policy Observatory (UKTPO) at the University of Sussex. Together, they discuss: • The significance of critical minerals in economic development, industrial applications, and environmental sustainability • Challenges for resource-rich countries in accessing markets and moving up the value chain • The role of the WTO in shaping trade rules for sustainable growth • And more on investment needs, ESG standards, and the impact of trade agreements Key Takeaways: - Critical minerals drive modern industrial applications and economies - Market access and investment in processing are key for resource-rich nations - ESG standards and circularity are essential for sustainable development Listen now: https://lnkd.in/drtybpat #TradeKnowledgeMatters #CriticalMinerals #TradePolicy #SustainableDevelopment #WTO #InternationalTrade #Podcast

US Trade Policy in a Global Context: How Are We Addressing the Victims of Trade? In Season 4, Episode 1, William Reinsch (Bill) delivers an insightful take on the challenges of US trade policy, particularly how we’ve handled the victims of trade. He highlights a critical flaw—job training for jobs that no longer exist. This is a pressing issue, as trade impacts livelihoods across the nation. We need better policies that support workers in transitioning to new opportunities. While it’s not easy or cheap, it’s crucial for economic sustainability. Tune in to learn more about how improving trade policies can reshape the economic landscape for those most affected by global shifts: https://lnkd.in/dpiNK6in #TradePolicy #USEconomy #GlobalTrade #EconomicJustice #PodcastEpisode #PolicyChange

🌍 Kicking off Season 4 of Trade Knowledge Matters! 2024 has been a year of geopolitical challenges, with over 50 elections globally, including the U.S. elections looming large. How will a potential new U.S. administration shape trade policy? In this episode, Amar Breckenridge speaks with William Reinsch, Scholl Chair in International Business at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), to explore the future of U.S. trade policy. They dive into key issues like: • The shift in bipartisan consensus on trade • The role of economic security in trade decisions • Tariffs, friend-shoring, and sectoral concerns • Market access challenges • And much more Tune in to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/dU7GuMft 👇 What do you think will be the most critical trade policy shift in 2024? #InternationalTrade #TradePolicy #USPolicy #Geopolitics #MarketAccess #Tariffs #EconomicSecurity #Friendshoring #USBusiness #TradeMatters #GlobalEconomy #Elections2024 #CSIS #WilliamReinsch

New Episode of Trade Knowledge Matters Now Available!! In this episode, Amar Breckenridge, Frontier Economics speaks with Hiddo Houben, Deputy Head of the European Union Trade Mission to the World Trade Organization and Alicia Nicholls, International Trade Specialist & Research Fellow, Shridath Ramphal Centre for Int'l Trade Law, Policy and Services. They reflect on the WTO’s 30 year journey, its successes and the challenges it faces. The discussion highlights the need for transparency, technical assistance, and a multi-dimensional vulnerability index to make special and differential treatment more effective. You can listen to the full episode here or wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/d2K4kJEt #WTO #Multilateraltrade #SustainableDevelopments #SmallIslandStates #EU #EUTrade #TradePolicy #WTO30thAnniversary #Podcast #TradeKnowledgeMatters #globalsupplychains #EconomicSecurity

This week we have a new article written by Funbi A., reflecting on our last podcast episode. This article reflects on India’s position in global trade, the challenges India faces and opportunities it can embrace. You can read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dHZeSMzh You can also listen to the podcast episode and previous episodes here or wherever you prefer to listen: https://lnkd.in/gDpeMSgr #India #GlobalTrade #Opportunities #IndustrialPolicy #WTO #Podcast #TradeKnowledgeMatters

This week we have a new article written by Funbi A., reflecting on our last podcast episode. This article reflects on India’s position in global trade, the challenges India faces and opportunities it can embrace. You can read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dHZeSMzh You can also listen to the podcast episode and previous episodes here or wherever you prefer to listen: https://lnkd.in/gDpeMSgr #India #GlobalTrade #Opportunities #IndustrialPolicy #WTO #Podcast #TradeKnowledgeMatters

Our host of the Trade Knowledge Matters Podcast, Amar Breckenridge, Frontier Economics, features in the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy (CITP) Trade Bites podcast on Economic Security and Trade.