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Offshore tax havens account for 50% of all world trade – and other fun facts from the Panama Papers

On April 3rd, the so-called ‘Panama Papers’ were unveiled by news outlets around the world. Coverage of the story is likely to last for quite some time due to the size and substance of the leak, and the amount information that needs to be analyzed.

Adam Bajan

Adam Bajan writes for Ashton College, a post-secondary college in Vancouver, BC. Founded in 1998, Ashton College is committed to providing innovative, real-world education with flexible attendance options for those wishing to enhance their skills or change careers

Can improving U.S.-Canada relations save their weakening trade relationship?

When U.S. President Barack Obama welcomed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Washington with a much-publicized state dinner, the two expressed a warm, collaborative relationship.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Strategist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.

U.S. outlines problematic barriers with major trade partners

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative released its National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers earlier this month, outlining trade issues which are unresolved and deemed detrimental to U.S. companies and interests.

Jacqueline Côté

I am a working journalist, with experience as SNL Financial’s Canadian correspondent for its Mining and Metals vertical. I also served as the Managing Editor for Central Asia Newswire – covering daily economic and investment news in the region – as well as Features Editor for the Washington-based Magharebia.com, which covers developments in the North Africa region. I have been published in The Montreal Gazette, The Guardian (UK), The New Statesman (UK), Red Pepper (UK), Geopolitical Monitor and CNN.com.

What if Trump wins? Implications for the U.S. and global economy

Donald Trump, now the favoured U.S. Republican contender for the presidential nomination, has surprised critics and galvanized middlebrow support with his ‘make America Great Again’ campaign rhetoric.

Gavin Luymes

Gavin Luymes is a freelance writer working for Ashton College, an accredited post-secondary institution offering focused, flexible education options for those wanting to upgrade their skills or change careers. When not writing, Gavin enjoys spending time on the slopes and in the hills.

What are service exports, and why are they suddenly so important?

Exports are a hot topic these days, but generally when people talk about exports, they are referring to product exports. Did you know, though, that the fastest growing type of exports is services?

Doris Nagel

Doris Nagel, CEO of Globalocity LLC, helps companies sustainably grow their distributor and other indirect channel sales. Globalocity’s 3 principals leverages nearly 100 years of channel management experience in 75 countries, improving analytics and recruitment, refining strategies, and implementing enhanced channel management skills and processes.

5 things you need to know about CETA

If CETA comes into effect, as early as 2016, it will eliminate 98% of the tariffs between the EU and Canada.

Pamela Hyatt

I am the Content Strategist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.

WTO decision cuts down part of India’s massive solar power plan

Having long been on the outside of global movements for cleaner technologies and methods to address climate change, India made a landmark decision during the Paris climate change negotiations late last year to put its support behind renewable energy.

Jacqueline Côté

I am a working journalist, with experience as SNL Financial’s Canadian correspondent for its Mining and Metals vertical. I also served as the Managing Editor for Central Asia Newswire – covering daily economic and investment news in the region – as well as Features Editor for the Washington-based Magharebia.com, which covers developments in the North Africa region. I have been published in The Montreal Gazette, The Guardian (UK), The New Statesman (UK), Red Pepper (UK), Geopolitical Monitor and CNN.com.

10 books for import-export professionals that you need to read

When it comes to books for import-export professionals, there are some options that can help you gain insight and appreciation for this bustling industry.

Bennett O'Brien

Bennett O'Brien is a freelance writer from the state of Massachusetts in the United States. He holds a bachelor's degree from Westfield State University, and graduated cum laude. Currently he is expanding his freelance writing career, and enjoying the opportunity to write on a variety of business topics.