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Your First Day as a WTO Delegate

A very serious guide to what the first day of a new delegate at the World Trade Organization is like.

Trump Tariffs: Known Knowns and Known Unknowns

"While we can’t say exactly what Trump will do once handed the reins of US trade policy, we can with some confidence list some of the things he seems to believe about it. In that spirit therefore, let us kiss our loved ones farewell, put our affairs in order, lift the signature toupee, and slide into the mind of the President-Elect."

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Services Trade, Simply Explained

Discover the hidden side of trade: dive into the complex, underappreciated aspects that shape global trade beyond tariffs and containers.

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Regulations, Alignment and the Level Playing Field

To understand how trade agreements, regulations, standards and the real world intersect, we need to break down the journey of a product from being made to being sold into distinct steps.

FAQs

Common Questions

What if I'm dissatisfied with your training?

In over five years of training delivery we have never had a dissatisfied client, and we will make every effort to maintain that streak. With that said, all ExplainTrade invoices are issued only after a training has been delivered and we will not charge clients who believe the course did not meet their expectations.

Can training sessions be recorded?

Our general policy is that sessions are not recorded except with prior-agreement, which is generally given exclusively on the understanding it will be used for current colleagues who are absent or unable to attend a session. If you are interested in collaborating to design a more permanent e-learning or video learning package for your staff now and into the future, we would be happy to assist.

Do you work with other trainers?

Yes, ExplainTrade often partners with others who brings specialized expertise and alternative perspectives. Our training courses can fit into a larger package you're putting together, and we can assist in finding specific experts on topics of interest where you would like a deep-dive.

How much do training courses typically cost?

Prices are agreed on a per-course basis, based on the duration, location and format of the content to be delivered. They range from under a thousand USD for a short and general online lecture or public speaking appearance to several thousand for longer, bespoke courses delivered in-person. Regardless, costs are a fraction of what you would pay to send even a single colleague to a comparable academic institution.

How many staff can be trained at once?

Class sizes can vary, from in-person deep-dive workshops for three specialists to hybrid or online presentations for hundreds of staff across the world.Generally, a class size of 40 or fewer is optimal to ensure interactivity and adequate time for questions.