Foreword

International trade has long been recognized as an important enabler of economic growth and prosperity, permitting countries to meet rising demand for resources that are not available or affordable domestically. Benefits such as increased production, cost efficiency, competition and choice are evident, but their environmental impacts are more ambiguous. A better understanding of the complex interactions involved is needed to shape policy that can maximize synergies and minimize trade-offs, particularly given the recent surge in trade flows

Sustainable Development Goals:

Responsible Consumption and Production

Climate Action

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions