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International Trade Feature Writer: Daniel Workman

Our professionally researched articles present a top-down analysis of world trade trends, deals and news.

After contrasting the world’s poorest trade zones with the richest, we focus on the exports of thriving individual economies such as Brazil, Russia, India, China, Germany and Singapore. We also look at how multinationals like Wal-Mart, Starbucks, McDonalds, Coca-Cola and Microsoft strategically grow their global trade footprints.

Turning to international trade commodities, our most popular articles answer your questions on crude oil, wheat, sugar, soybeans and rice.


Feature Writer Articles in International Trade

Major Canadian Distributors Importing Green Tea
Exporters from around the world can use this free online database to find Canadian importers for their green tea - and many other products.
Australia Trade Statistics 2009
Finished metal shapes and nuclear fuels top fast-growing exports from Australia, while the U.S. maintains a competitive trade advantage in the civilian aircraft industry.
Italy Trade Statistics 2009
Italian exporters have a competitive trade advantage in selling more leather shoes to America while the U.S. provides more pulpwood products to Italian importers.
France Trade Statistics 2009
With sales of French exports down in 2009, France still has significant competitive advantages that resulted in a $7.5 billion trade surplus over America last year.
Endangered Species Exports
Tigers, lovebirds, poppies and whales are among 30,000 endangered species that require special licenses or permits before they can be exported.


Contributing Articles in International Trade

Contract Farming Can Save the Poor
The life of the Indian farmer is tough. Multinational corporations might be the answer to his woes.
Business Law in Australia - Part IV
Wealth in Australia is derived from Australia's commercial law, its constitution law and its form of private law. The many sources of law are key to business success.
Business Law in Australia - Part III
Wealth in Australia is derived from Australia's commercial law, its constitution law and its form of private law. The many sources of law are key to business success.
Business Law in Australia - Part II
Wealth in Australia is derived from Australia's commercial law, its constitution law and its form of private law. The many sources of law are key to business success.
Business Law in Australia - Part I
Wealth in Australia is derived from Australia's commercial law, its constitution law and its form of private law. The many sources of law are key to business success.
The Good and Bad of American Manufacturing
Manufacturing output is up and jobs are down. The U.S. has lost 1.5 million jobs since the downturn. Yet, America leads the world with 19.5% of manufacturing output.
Spain as a Market for Sustainable Products
In a report prepared for New Zealand businesses considering the Spanish market, some facts will be of interest to those seeing sustainability as a market driver.
President Obama's Ex-Im Bank Conference Speech
President Obama outlined the details of the National Export Initiative in his keynote address at the 2010 Export Import Bank's Annual Conference.
Export Import Bank's 2010 Annual Conference
The Export Import Bank focused on President Obama's initiative to create two million jobs by doubling exports over the next 5 years at its 2010 annual conference.
George Soros - Controversy and Courtesy
While not the most popular billionaire investor, George Soros has an intriguing and noteworthy opinion and perception of the global economic crisis He has several undenia
Bahrain- Small Island, Big Ambitions
Despite being a small island with a population of 1 million, Bahrain has always been big on ambition.
Libya- A Challenging Business Opportunity
Britain's increasingly friendly relationship with Libya has opened the doors to a unique market for British businesses, large and small.
Cross-Cultural Challenges on International Teams
Problem solving, quality control, and authority are three of the five key challenges in working cross-culturally. Understanding these will improve work productivity.
Understanding Culture in International Projects
In today's globalized world, any astute business, non-profit, faith-based, or volunteer groups must learn to communicate effectively with other cultures.
Eliminate All HIPC Debt to Improve Poverty Rates
HIPC, Highly Indebted Poor Countries need debt forgiveness during these economic conditions. These guidelines will be effective in reducing the amount HIPC owe.

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