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GATT and the World Trade Organization

From GATT to WTO: The Uruguay Round and Global Trade Transformation

Introduction International trade is the backbone of modern globalization, and its regulation has been one of the most significant challenges since the 20th century. Countries often face conflicts over tariffs, subsidies, and trade restrictions, which, if unresolved, can escalate into trade wars. To prevent such outcomes and promote a rules-based system of trade, global institutions…

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Trade Tensions and India’s Path

Trade Tensions and India’s Path

Introduction The global economy has become increasingly interdependent, with international trade serving as a lifeline for growth, industrialization, and technological advancement. However, this interdependence also exposes countries to external shocks arising from disputes between major economic powers. The U.S.-China trade war, which began in 2018, has been one of the most significant disruptions in the…

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U.S. tariffs and reducing import dependency

India’s Export Dilemma: Tackling U.S. Tariffs and Reducing Import Dependency

Introduction In the globalized economy of the 21st century, international trade forms the backbone of economic growth for both developed and developing countries. For a country like India, which is steadily moving towards becoming the world’s third-largest economy, exports are not merely a source of foreign exchange but also a driver of industrial growth, employment…

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Tariff Wars

India in Global Tariff Wars: Economic, Political, and Strategic Implications

Introduction In the interconnected world economy, tariff wars have emerged as a critical tool for countries to assert economic dominance, protect domestic industries, and achieve political objectives. While nations like the United States, China, and the European Union often lead these conflicts, India, as a rising global economic player, plays a significant role in this…

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Tariff Wars

Tariff Wars: Origins, Global Impacts, and India’s Economic Position

Introduction In the era of globalization, nations are increasingly interconnected through trade, investment, and technology. However, global trade is often threatened by tariff wars, a type of economic conflict where countries impose taxes on imports to protect domestic industries or retaliate against trade practices deemed unfair. Tariff wars are a subset of trade wars, with…

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Trade Wars

Trade Wars: Causes, Mechanisms, and Global Impacts on World Trade

Introduction Trade wars have emerged as a significant aspect of global economic policy in the 21st century. Unlike conventional warfare, trade wars are economic conflicts between nations, primarily manifested through tariffs, quotas, subsidies, and trade restrictions. These conflicts aim to protect domestic industries, influence foreign policy, or gain strategic advantages in global markets. While some…

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