In this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, we explore the intricate relationship between international trade and gender, highlighting historical contexts, current trends, and the challenges and opportunities faced by women in trade.

Our host, Amar sits down with experts Dr. Judith Fessehaie (Head, Women and Trade Programmes/SheTrades Initiative, ITC) and Dr. Simonetta Zarrilli (Adviser, ArtNet) to discuss the impact of global value chains, protectionism, and digital trade on women's participation in the economy, emphasizing the need for inclusive policies and collaboration across sectors to achieve gender equality in trade.

Key Takeaways

• Mainstream economics has historically neglected gender issues in trade policy.
• Women have played significant roles in trade throughout history.
• Global value chains have created new job opportunities for women.
• Despite progress, the gender pay gap remains a significant issue.
• Women are often underrepresented in leadership and ownership roles in trade.
• Rising protectionism poses new challenges for women in low-income countries.
• Sustainability standards can enhance gender equality in trade.
• Digital trade offers new avenues for women entrepreneurs.
• Intersectionality must be considered in trade policies.
• Collaboration among various stakeholders is essential for progress.

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If you have been wondering what De Minimis means and how it affects you or your business? This episode gives you an overview.

In this episode, Amar sits down with Carlos Grau Tanner, Director-General, Global Express Association (GEA) to discuss De Minimis and the tariffs placed on them by President Trump in April 2025. They explain what 'de minimis' is, how it affects consumers, MSMEs, and its impact on trade policy.

Key Takeaways

• De minimis provisions are crucial in trade policy.
• Threshold values for de minimis vary by country.
• These provisions help small businesses absorb costs.
• E-commerce growth is linked to de minimis rules.
• Changes to de minimis can impact consumer prices.
• Local businesses advocate for a level playing field.
• Customs efficiency is vital for trade facilitation.

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In this episode, Amar sits down with experts, Prof. Alan Winters, former Co-Director of the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy (CITP), Emeritus Professor of Economics and Founding Director of the UK Trade Policy Observatory at the University of Sussex, and Prof. Lorand Bartels, Professor of International Law at Cambridge and a Counsel at Freshfields LLP and Chair of the UK Trade and Agriculture Commission. They discuss:

• The first hundred days of Trump's administration have seen significant changes in trade policy.
• Tariffs have been a central focus, with various motivations behind their implementation.
• The unpredictability of Trump's trade policy has caused chaos in financial markets.
• Countries are reacting differently to US tariffs based on their economic and security interests.
• The EU and Canada have taken significant steps in response to US tariffs, indicating a shift in global trade dynamics.
• The concept of reciprocal tariffs reflects a transactional approach to trade negotiations.
• The long-term implications of US trade policy could undermine the rules-based trading system.
• And more

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