Summary This podcast episode delves into the complexities of de minimis provisions in trade policy, exploring their implications for e-commerce, local businesses, and customs regulations. Amar and Carlos discuss the motivations behind changes to these provisions, the stakeholders affected, and the need for adaptation in the face of evolving trade dynamics. They emphasize the […]
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Trump, Tariffs and Trade: 100 days and counting
Episode Summary In this episode, Amar discusses with Prof. Alan Winters, University of Sussex and Lorand Bartels, Freshfields LLP, the first hundred days of President Trump’s trade policy, focusing on the significant changes and unpredictability surrounding tariffs. Experts analyse the motivations behind these tariffs, the reactions of various countries, and the implications for the […]
Read moreHow Asia Is Responding to US Tariffs
Episode Summary Global trade tensions are rising with the announcement of US President Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs on April 2nd, 2025. Since the announcement, the US administration has suspended its implementation of these tariffs for 90 days, with China being the only country exempt from the suspension. In this episode, Amar sits down with friends […]
Read moreServices Trade: The Invisible Trade
Summary This podcast episode explores the critical role of services trade in Africa’s economic development, particularly in the context of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The discussion highlights the importance of services in driving structural transformation, enhancing productivity, and fostering economic diversification. Experts Dr. Prachi Agarwal, Research Fellow, International Economic Development Group, ODI […]
Read moreTrump Wins: Trade Strategy Under His Administration
Episode Summary In this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Meredith Lilly, Professor and Simon Reisman Chair in International Economic Policy, Carleton University and Simon Lester, Founder, WorldTradeLaw.net and China Trade Monitor. He is also a non-resident Fellow at the Baker Institute. The discussion revolves around the implications of the recent US […]
Read moreCritical Minerals in Trade: Policy Choices and Pathways for Sustainable Growth
Episode Summary In this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Kimberley Botwright, Head of Sustainable Trade, World Economic Forum, and Sunayana Sasmal, Research Fellow in International Trade Law, UK Trade Policy Observatory at the University of Sussex. They delve into the significance of critical minerals in modern trade policy, exploring its role in […]
Read moreUS Trade Policy in a Global Context
Episode Summary Amar discusses with William (Bill) Reinsch, Scholl Chair in International Business at Centre for Strategic International Studies (CSIS). This episode of the Trade Knowledge Matters podcast delves into the complexities of US trade policy, examining the shifts in bipartisan consensus, the impact of economic security on trade decisions, and the evolving narratives […]
Read moreWTO@30: Reflections on its Successes and Challenges
Episode Summary On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Hiddo Houben, Deputy Head of the permanent mission of the European Union to the WTO, and Alicia Nicholls, International trade specialist and Research fellow at the Shridath Ramphal Centre for International Trade Law, Policy and Services at the University of the West […]
Read moreIndia and Global Trade Challenges
Episode Summary On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Anirudh Shingal, Professor, SP Jain Institute of Management & Research and Stuti Toshi, International Trade and Investment Lawyer, on India and its role/stance on existing global trade challenges. They discuss the potential opportunities for India at this juncture of global trade, India’s […]
Read moreNavigating Economic Security Amid Trade Fragmentation: Managing Risks and Challenges
Episode Summary On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Dr Matthias Bauer, Director, ECIPE and Dr Deborah Elms, Head of Trade Policy, Hinrich Foundation on the concept of economic security and its implications. It explores the EU’s measures and policy settings for economic security, as well as global trends in this area. […]
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