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 economic development, environmental sustainability, and international cooperation. They cover: The challenges faced by resource-rich...

To kick off Season 4 of Trade Knowledge Matters, we look at US Trade Policy. Amar sits down with William (Bill) Reinsch. Bill holds the Scholl Chair in International Business at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and also co-hosts a podcast, Trade Guys. This episode 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 within political parties. The...

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 Indies in Barbados. Discussions on the WTO, reflecting on its 30 years of operation, the evolving landscape of global trade and the critical issues shaping its...

In this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Dr Anirudh Shingal, Professor, S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research and Stuti Toshi, Trade and Investment Lawyer, on India's role in international trade and its approach to global trade challenges. Some Takeaways: India is an important actor in the international trading system and a top global exporter of services. India has been a relatively reluctant participant in international trade rulemaking. The...

In this episode, 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. The challenges and opportunities of economic security are examined, along with the growing intertwining of economic and security issues. And much more. Takeaways Economic security is a...

To kick off, Season 3 of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar Breckenridge discusses with Prof. David Luke, LSE and Colette van der Ven, Tulip Consulting on the impact and aftermath of CoP28 conclusions on Sub-Sahara Africa. This episode delves into the intersection of trade, climate policies, and their impact on sub-Saharan African economies. COP28 progress, particularly in fossil fuel transition, is highlighted, but gaps persist in low carbon transitions and carbon trading. Key Takeaways: ...

On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Aproop Bhave, Chief Economist, UK Trade Remedies Authority and Lorand Bartels, Professor of International Law at the University of Cambridge and Counsel, Freshfields LLP. In this episode they cover: The application of the Economic Interest Test (EIT) mandated by UK legislation and analyse the lessons learned from its implementation in the UK context. The challenges faced in transitioning to a low carbon economy, focusing on...

On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Faten Aggad, previously with the Africa Climate Foundation as a Senior Advisor and Jodie Anne Keane, Senior Research Fellow at the ODI, about the African continents approach to climate issues and trade policy. In this episode they cover: Review of the call to actions from the recent Africa Climate Summit. The importance of Africa’s position in the global carbon market The impact of the EU’s CBAM on African economies. ...

On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Eunice Huang, Lead of Digital Trade and Policy at Google and Prof. Erik van der Marel, Chief Economist at ECIPE about the impact of digital infrastructure on trade and the digital economy. In this episode they cover: The impact of generative AI on Trade. The opportunities for small business. Increased efficiency and actioning of Mode 1 trade. The issues surrounding regulating the digital economy and data flows. The impact...

On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Keith Rockwell, Senior Research Fellow, Hinrich Foundation and David Skillling, Founder and Director, Landfall Strategy, about the "New Washington Convergence", in-depth review of US Trade Policy following the Inflation Reduction Act. In this episode; Discussion on the current state of US Trade Policy and how we got here. Discussion on the Inflation Reduction Act and the mixed bag of policies it offers Discussion on how...

On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Sophie Hale (Resolution Foundation), Sophie Clark (UK Trade Policy Observatory) and Chris Horseman (Borderlex) about the current state of UK Trade Policy. In this episode; Discussion on the UK's trade performance since leaving the EU. Discussion on UKTPO's recent research focused on the challenges for UK businesses in the current trade context. Discussion on the factors that adversely affect UK businesses...

On this episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Colette van der Ven and Mahesh Sugathan about the Circular Economy and the role of trade policy. In this episode; Discussion on the potential of 'reverse value-chains' and policy barriers to be tackled. Discussion on international cooperation, rule-making and standardisation. Discussion on current WTO rules suited to the development of the circular economy globally. Discussion on FTAs as a useful tool for international...

Welcome to Season 2 of Trade Knowledge Matters Podcast!!  Our first episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Simon Lester and Dmitry Grozoubinski about US Trade Policy and its global impact. In this episode; Discussion on the Biden Administration approach to Trade policy, does it follow on from Trump's policy more politely? and how is it perceived globally? Discussion on The US and China Phase 1 Deal. Discussion on ASEAN countries filling the gap left by China and how...

Our fifth episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Dr. Deborah Elms and Dr. Anirudh Shingal about trade policy within Asia. In this episode; Discussion on the challenges with trade policies in Asia.   Discussion on Asia's approach to integration, RCEP and CPTPP.   Discussion on China's interest in the CPTPP.   Discussion on the role of India within Asia, its trade policy and potential agreement with the UK. Discussion on IPEF. Discussion on the UK's interest in...

Our fourth episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Dr. Emily Lydgate and Matthew Bell about trade policy and climate change. In this episode; Discussion on the challenges of implementing and actualising climate policy goals.  Discussion on environmental subsidies and competing strategies.  Discussion on the climate policy that reflects on both production and consumption.  Discussion on the carbon prices and further including climate policy into trade...

Our third episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Dr. Patrick Low and Ricardo Ramirez Hernandez about the WTO and the "New Multilateralism'. This is a special episode ahead of the WTO's 12th Ministerial Conference occurring on June 12th, 2022. In this episode; Discussion on the current state of affairs of the WTO. Discussion on the need for the substantial change of the WTO rules. Discussion on the issue of lack of compliance on the rules over the last few years. ...

Our second episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with Prof. Alan Winters about the UK's Trade Policy from a global perspective.  In this episode; Discussion of the UK's FTA with global trade partners and interest in the CPTPP. Discussion of the frictions with rules and the need for ease/clarity in trade policy. Discussion of the UK-EU relations and the need to mend fences. Discussion on the UK's trade diplomacy, ethics and the WTO. Discussion on the importance of...

Our first episode of Trade Knowledge Matters, Amar discusses with David Skilling about the challenges that Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the global response to it has affected international trade.  In this episode;  Discussion of the point of rupture within the governance of global trade and economics. Discussion on US-China Relations and selective decoupling. Discussion on Corporate Capture and the impact of corporations within global trade  Discussion on UK trade policy...

This is an introductory podcast episode of Trade Knowledge Matters. TKM is designed to discuss international trade, international economic relations and the challenges it faces. We will be joined by global experts in international trade who will share international trade policy insights and analysis with a special focus on the UK's trade policy.  In this episode; Introduction from the host, Amar Breckenridge, Senior Associate at Frontier Economics.  Insights from Gus O'Donnell, Chairman...