======World trade report 2013 : factors shaping the future of world trade====== World Trade Report 2013 summarizes trends and factors influencing world trade, highlighting the roles of technology, investment, and policy in shaping future trade dynamics. \\ \\ (Generated with the help of GPT-4) \\ ^ Quick Facts ^^ |Report location: |[[https://digitallibrary.un.org/record/4038637/files/1398180-EN.pdf|source]] | |Language: |English | |Publisher: |[[encyclopedia:int_wto_world_trade_organisation|World Trade Organisation]] | |Publication date: |2013 | |Authors: |Alan Yanovich, Alexander Keck, Antonella Liberatore, Coleman Nee, Cosimo Beverelli, Gaurav Nayyar, John Hancock, Jose-antonio Monteiro, Karsten Steinfatt, Marc Bacchetta, Marion Jansen, Michele Ruta, Nadia Rocha, Robert Teh, Roberta Piermartini, Valeria Groppo, Marc Auboin | |Geographic focus: |Global | =====Methods===== The research method involved a comprehensive analysis of historical trade data, economic indicators, and trends in international trade over the past 30 years. It utilized simulations to project future trade scenarios based on various economic factors and policy developments. \\ \\ (Generated with the help of GPT-4) \\ =====Key Insights===== The 2013 World Trade Report provides an analysis of the evolution of international trade, focusing on historical trends and future scenarios. It emphasizes the significant growth of world trade over the past three decades, with merchandise trade increasing at an average rate of 7% per year, reaching $18 trillion by 2011. The report highlights the rising importance of developing economies, particularly in Asia, which increased their share of world exports from 34% in 1980 to 47% in 2011. It also discusses the impact of technological advancements, such as reduced transportation costs and the rise of global supply chains, on trade patterns. The report suggests that future trade growth may be influenced by various factors, including demographic changes, investment trends, and the evolving political landscape. It concludes by stressing the need for effective international cooperation to address challenges and sustain trade growth. \\ \\ (Generated with the help of GPT-4) \\ =====Additional Viewpoints===== Categories: {{tag>2010s_time_horizon}} | {{tag>English_publication_language}} | {{tag>2013_publication_year}} | {{tag>Global_geographic_scope}} | {{tag>demographic_change}} | {{tag>economic_factors}} | {{tag>environmental_concerns}} | {{tag>international_cooperation}} | {{tag>investment}} | {{tag>regional_trade}} | {{tag>supply_chains}} | {{tag>technology}} | {{tag>trade_growth}} | {{tag>trade_policy}} ~~DISCUSSION~~