OPINION

Human rights are becoming part of trade standards

News, Boonwara Sumano, Published on 12/10/2016

» International trade has gradually become an important source of growth for many economies. Trade standards (how countries decide which products should be allowed into their markets), have also expanded to include areas such as intellectual property rights, the environment, labour and human rights. Keeping up with these trade-related issues is vital for any country aiming to become a successful trading nation.