In an increasingly interconnected global economy, the ideals of globalization—open trade, seamless cross-border flows, and economic interdependence—have long promised shared prosperity and efficient resource allocation. However, recent geopolitical…
Agriculture subsidies are estimated to increase by US$ 2 Trillion in 2030. Many countries are critical of policies such as market price support and input subsidies due to their adverse environmental impacts, climate change, and biodiversity loss.…
Trade and sustainable development (TSD) chapters of trade agreements seek to implement a range of non-economic values and goals through specific commitments. While the non-economic values merit consideration, enforcement of such values through…
Food insecurity has taken centre stage due to a growing global population, changing weather patterns, regional conflicts and a rising tide of domestic policies. Yet, the relationship between food safety and food security remains underexplored.…
This report critically examines the World Trade Organization’s Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies (AFS), a landmark global initiative aimed at curbing unsustainable fishing practices, particularly illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing,…