The pandemic through a trade lens
Global trade has proved to be less vulnerable than many initially feared and may help drive the recovery.
Global trade has proved to be less vulnerable than many initially feared and may help drive the recovery.
Policy reforms need to address low financial returns which hamper the contribution of FDI to sustainable development.
The localization of mineral-based global value chains and clean energy presents an opportunity for Africa to industrialize.
Developing countries can use spatial policies to reduce their ecological footprint while simultaneously increasing their competitiveness.
Automation and reshoring mitigate risks. Industrial policies aiming to reduce dependence on global supply chains could accelerate the trend.