COVID Recovery and the Power of Women Exporters
Prior to COVID-19, many governments were stepping up to support women’s economic empowerment. Now it’s even more critical to support female entrepreneurs in the global economy through trade.
Invasive Alien Species are Stowaways in Global Trade
Murder hornets arrived on container ships, posing a threat to local honeybees that pollinate food we trade. Invasive alien species are a reminder that increased trade volume, changes in trade routes, and the expansion of airport and seaport capacity around the world means having to deal with the unwelcome stowaways in global trade.
Is There a Bright Future for Trade in Education?
Education ranked fifth among all U.S. services exports in 2018. But now travel restrictions due to COVID-19 leaves international students questioning whether to pursue studies abroad or rely on virtual education.
Toward a Global Cashless Economy
New precautions in place due to COVID-19 have propelled us faster into the cashless economy with contactless payments. Learn why the future just might be cashless.
Blacklisting Deployed in the Battle Over Tech Trade
Blacklisting is being increasingly deployed in the battle over tech trade. The U.S. is controlling the export of commercial technologies to China in the name of national security.
Nebraskans Support Trade But Trust in Media and Washington Is Low
Nebraskans appreciate trade’s role in the Nebraska economy. U.S. agricultural exports have a positive impact. But trust in the media and D.C. is low.
40% of Americans Say They Won’t Buy “Made In China,” Do They Mean It?
More Americans say they won’t purchase U.S. imports from China. China is no longer America’s top source of imports. But are we really willing to pay more?
Bringing Home the Bacon: U.S. Pork Trade
U.S. pig farmers want to help the world bring home the (American) bacon through exports. But the pork industry faces volatile markets and supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19 and African Swine Fever overseas.
Trade Barriers Evolve with Movie Streaming Trends
Trade agreements address movie streaming trade barriers to increase international access for the U.S. film industry and digital entertainment abroad.
A Small Business Surge in Digital Trade
With the right set of digital trade and e-commerce policies, governments can help more small businesses move online and support a new era of global digital entrepreneurs.
