The second quarter of 2025 has shown a promising uptick in global trade volumes, with emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Africa leading growth. According to the latest data from the WTO, cross-border shipments rose by 4.8%, driven by demand in agro commodities and light industrial machinery. Experts say this rebound reflects stabilizing supply chains, easing freight rates, and new bilateral trade agreements signed earlier this year.
Exporters are advised to monitor shipping availability and reevaluate market expansion strategies.