Sicken thy neighbour: The initial trade policy response to COVID‐19
Simon J. Evenett
Abstract
Abstract Since the onset of the COVID‐19 pandemic, many governments have limited exports of medical supplies and medicines. Pre‐pandemic barriers to imports of medical supplies and soap remain largely in place. Having characterised trade policy stance towards COVID‐19‐related goods, this study critically assesses the resort to export curbs and import taxes. Elements of an alternative, positive trade policy contribution to surmount this pandemic are presented.
Topics & Concepts
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)PandemicEconomicsInternational economics2019-20 coronavirus outbreakWorld tradeInternational tradeCommercial policySevere acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)MedicineVirologyOutbreakInfectious disease (medical specialty)DiseasePathologyEmployment and Welfare StudiesGlobal Health Care IssuesCOVID-19 Pandemic Impacts