An expanding web of trade agreements is what is governing the world trading system. These agreements subtly determine the conditions and terms of the global markets, their competition, countries firms and consumers conduct trade. The agreements establish how partners their goods and services. The trade allows for world globalization enabling member countries to obtain products from other members effortlessly and conveniently.[1] Trade agreements have been existing through ought historical times and leave an impact on the member countries.
Trade agreements tie the participating countries in that they adhere to set tariffs, fees or set barriers as outlined in the agreement most of the time this is advantageous because the interference by the government as well as restrictions are lifted. [2]Non-participating members do not enjoy those advantages and hence the more the amount of trade agreements a country is tied to, the better for its trade. In addition, the agreements assist member countries to tackle the obstacles they are facing. For example, challenges developing countries are facing in their small and medium enterprises, consumer protection, and provision of financial services as well as matters related training activities and research have been solved through trade agreements.[3] The trade ties have been increasing, and this has boosted global trade with numerous benefits cited by participating members.
Another importance of the number of trade agreements is the fact that they offer trade grants as well as easier access to products and services which translates to the promotion of faster economic growth for the member countries and in most cases permits outsourcing of produced goods. [4]Trade agreements are attributed to developing countries are experiencing robust economic growth and their viable gross domestic product. In conclusion, trades agreements ties between nations save the members money and time while contributing positively to their economic growth.
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Stevens, William R. Trade and Development : Focus on Free Trade Agreements. New York: Nova Science Publishers, Inc, 2010Member Countries?.” World Development 40, no. 7
Hur, Jung, and Cheolbeom Park. “Do Free Trade Agreements Increase Economic Growth of the
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