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Global trade hits record $33 trillion in 2024, driven by services and developing economies

But momentum slowed in the second half of the year, and uncertainty looms for 2025 as shifting policies reshape the global landscape.

14 Mar 2025

Global trade in 2025: Resilience under pressure

As trade uncertainty grows, global cooperation and balanced policies will be key to preventing economic fragmentation and safeguarding long-term growth.

14 Mar 2025

Women in trade: Female labour remains undervalued in global exports

Despite progress, women still contribute less to exports across all sectors. Closing the gap requires expanding their access to high-value sectors, strengthening labour rights and supporting their inclusion in larger enterprises.

7 Mar 2025

Developing countries increasingly drive ocean economy but must diversify for resilience

Many developing economies rely heavily on a single ocean sector, leaving them vulnerable to sudden shifts in tariffs, market access or demand.

6 Mar 2025

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Featured Podcast

The future of trade: Finding balance in a fragmented world

In this episode of The Weekly Tradecast, Luz María de la Mora, Director of UNCTAD’s Trade Division, looks into the complex realities behind today’s trade debates.

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Global Trade Update

This quarterly report provides insight on key trends in world trade. It provides up-to-date analysis on the evolution of imports and exports for different regions and economic sectors, and provides short-term forecasts.

World Tariff Profiles

Jointly produced by the WTO, UNCTAD and the International Trade Centre, this annual report provides comprehensive information on the tariffs and non-tariff measures imposed by over 170 countries and customs territories.