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  • Working Paper 26 May 2026

    Customs agents in international trade

    By Wanyu Chung, Robert Elliott and Yangjun Han et al.

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    This paper provides evidence on trader-agent relationships revealing that agent use reflects distinct strategic motives.

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  • Report 21 May 2026

    Regulatory gap analysis of selected trade agreement chapters to support Cambodia's Least Developed Country and trade transition

    By Minako Morita Jaeger, Achyuth Anil and Jiyeong Go et al.

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    This report assesses Cambodia's regulatory gaps in trade, using an analysis of gaps between Cambodia’s domestic legal framework and the e-commerce and environment chapters from the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). The CPTPP has been used as a helpful example with which to make a wider assessment of Cambodia, noting Cambodia's application to the CPTPP in December 2025. In preparation for its 2029 Least Developed Country (LDC) graduation and the higher obligations it will assume under advanced trade agreements, Cambodia is strengthening its trade regime by diversifying its international economic partnerships, digitising and automating customs systems, and reforming public service delivery, specifically for traders and investors. This demonstrates the Cambodian Government’s commitment to aligning with other high standards agreements and regulations, an ambition which is further illustrated by its application to the CPTPP, a high standard trading bloc. The study identifies key legal misalignments, highlights compliance risks, and aims to inform reform priorities to support Cambodia’s trade and development transition using the CPTPP as a benchmark.

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  • Podcast 20 May 2026

    WTO Ministerial Conference and developing countries in Africa

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    Series 8, Episode 8 - What did MC14 deliver for developing countries in Africa? In this episode, His Excellency Geraldo Saranga, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Mozambique to the WTO and His Excellency Ambassador Professor Muhammadou Kah, Ambassador of The Republic of the Gambia to the WTO, share their views on the outcomes of the 2026 WTO Ministerial Conference. To what extent was the MC14 agenda really aligned with African governments' priorities? And what needs to happen to achieve an international trading system which works in the interests of developing countries in Africa? Hosted by Chris Horseman (Borderlex).

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  • Working Paper 14 May 2026

    Sea of Investment: ‘Titanic’ of International Investment Law meets ‘Iceberg’ of the UNCLOS

    By Achyuth Anil et al.

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    This paper examines the interface of international investment law and the UNCLOS regime with deep seabed mining projects.

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  • Blog post 12 May 2026

    What “Made in Europe” really means for the UK

    By Pinar Gunes.

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    This blog explores the technicalities of the proposed Act and argues for sustained technical engagement as part of the UK-EU reset negotiations in order to support UK industry.

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  • Working Paper 8 May 2026

    Trade in services under regulatory barriers: Evidence from UK banking

    By Shania Bhalotia, Sophie Piton and John Woods et al.

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    An examination of how Brexit affected UK banking trade with the European Economic Area.

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  • Podcast 30 April 2026

    UK Trade Policy Review Explained: Post-Brexit Strategy, Growth, and Economic Security

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    This podcast episode, on Trade Knowledge Matters, examines a new independent review of UK trade policy conducted by the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy, UK Trade Policy Observatory and Frontier Economics. Moving beyond description, the discussion focuses on how and why UK trade policy is evolving in a post-Brexit environment shaped by geopolitical fragmentation, economic security concerns, and competing domestic priorities. Moderated by Javier Gutierrez (World Trade Organization), the conversation brings together Michael Gasiorek (CITP / UKTPO) and Amar Breckenridge (Frontier Economics), to unpack the methodology, findings, and implications of the review.

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  • Podcast 30 April 2026

    The impact of US tariffs on the world

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    Series 8, Episode 7 - The US Government has put tariffs front and centre of its economic policy since Trump's second administration began at the start of last year. After implementing tariffs in April 2025, the US has subsequently raised and lowered tariffs and negotiated exemptions and add-ons for different countries and different sectors. In February this year, the implementation of the ‘Liberation Day’ reciprocal tariffs was ruled illegal by the US Supreme Court, and a flat rate tariff of 10% was applied under different legal act. In this podcast, we discuss the net result of these past 12 turbulent months, looking at how trade has responded to the tariffs and the potential longer-term effects of tariffs to the world trading system. To address these questions, are Jun Du (Aston Business School / Centre for Business Prosperity), Emanuel Adam (BritishAmerican Business), Tim Figures (Boston Consulting Group) and our host Chris Horseman (Borderlex).

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  • Video 21 April 2026

    Improving UK trade policy

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    How can UK trade policy be improved to address stagnant productivity rates and boost growth while balancing security and other concerns such as jobs, the environment and security? This video provides some answers, focusing on the key recommendations stemming from the UK Trade Policy: An Independent Review which provides a comprehensive review of the UK’s trade policy and the extent to which it addresses today’s challenges. Recommendations include stronger parliamentary oversight, institutions and consultation, increased coherence across government and policy, greater clarity on international positions and enhanced support for business. The Review was conducted by the Centre for Inclusive Trade Policy in conjunction with Frontier Economics and the UK Trade Policy Observatory.

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  • Blog post 17 April 2026

    UK trade policy needs a coherent approach to address inclusivity

    By Sahana Suraj.

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    In this blog, we examine how trade policy impacts two dimensions of inclusivity: employment and gender in the UK.

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