Back in the spotlight: Trade policy
Trade policy has never been uncontroversial. However, 2016 brought it back in
full spotlight with (fears of) globalisation seeming to reshape politics in
developed economies.
Free trade agreements (FTAs) have come particularly under fire. Challenged by
anti-globalisation protests and called into question in election campaigns, the
future of trade accords like TTIP or NAFTA currently look uncertain. At the same
time, the global trading system may well be in for a new round of trade deals,
e.g. If the UK opts for restructuring its trade relationships with the EU and other
countries via FTAs
EU Forecast
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