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Five Lessons Learned in 2020 – and Where to Go from Here

Bristlecone

Drowning Small Economies: Small and poor economies like Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal, Djibouti and the Maldives were already overburdened and now they have the additional expense of handling this pandemic. China came to their aid, but as a result, many of their supply chains also became dependent on China.

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New: Global Trade Map 2016

Supply Chain Movement

It lays the foundation for gradual alignment of norms and standards, including on food safety and technical regulations. The benefits of utilising modern-day FTAs include fewer customs duties, less red tape, access to public tenders, sourcing opportunities, investment opportunities and more transparent business conditions. Cook Islands.