TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) are a multi-donor organisation based in Kenya that work closely with East African Community institutions along with national governments, civil society organisations and the private sector to increase trade within the region, drive economies and as a result, reduce poverty. They have recently released a report showcasing their recent work on the elimination … More Elimination of Non-Tariff Barriers to Advance Trade & Improve Economies

Roberto Azevêdo, director-general of the World Trade Organisation, has written a fantastic piece arguing that trade can be used to drive growth and create jobs: How an activist approach on trade could stimulate global demand The debate on trade has taken an ominous turn. In many countries trade is under siege, raising the threat of a spike in protectionism. … More How an activist approach on trade could stimulate global demand – Roberto Azevêdo