How has the composition of trade flows changed from the early twentieth century to today? Compared to the past, is anything about trade today new?

What will be an ideal response?


Prior to World War I, most trade consisted of agricultural commodities and raw materials, while today trade is primarily manufactured consumer goods and capital goods. Given recent advances in telecommunications, services now can be outsourced and service industries face growing international competition.

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