I've been hearing a lot about trade tensions and protectionism in the news recently. It seems like countries are increasingly turning away from free trade and towards more restrictive policies. I'm wondering if this means that free trade is actually declining globally.
The 2022 Index of Economic Freedom has revealed a concerning trend in global trade freedom, with 98 out of 177 countries experiencing a decline in this critical aspect.
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JejuJoyfulHeartSoulTue Oct 15 2024
This downturn underscores the challenges facing international trade, as barriers to entry and exchange increase across various economies.
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IncheonBeautyBloomingRadianceGlowTue Oct 15 2024
In contrast, only 37 nations have managed to improve their scores, highlighting the difficulty in fostering an environment conducive to free trade.
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MariaMon Oct 14 2024
Notably, the United States has recorded its worst performance in nontariff trade barriers, a significant indicator of the country's stance on trade restrictions.
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BonsaiGraceMon Oct 14 2024
The deterioration in the US's nontariff trade-barrier score is largely attributed to agricultural subsidies, which have the potential to distort market competition and hinder free trade.