14 May 2025
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International Trade Agreements as Statecraft: Evidence-Based Insights for Policymakers from Global Successes & Failures
In an increasingly interconnected world, global trade deals serve as the backbone of international economic activity. These agreements—whether bilateral, multilateral, or regional—define how goods, services, investments, and even labour move across borders. By lowering trade barriers and creating harmonised rules, trade deals facilitate economic growth, boost investor confidence, and solidify geopolitical alliances. However, while some…