Trade is being rewritten. Long-established patterns of globalization are giving way to a more regional, policy-driven, and strategically aligned trading environment.  This session brings together leaders from business, trade, and policy to provide real-world perspectives on how trade flows are changing and what these shifts mean for investment, sourcing, and market access. Drawing on current trade data and emerging trends, the discussion will explore where opportunities are expanding, how industries are adapting, and what strategies organizations can employ to thrive amid continued uncertainty.

Topics Include:

• Global and hemispheric trade trends and where growth is occurring
• Policy-driven trade (tariffs, industrial policy, economic security);
• Regionalization and the rise of the Americas (USMCA, nearshoring, supply chain diversification);
• New growth corridors (India, Southeast Asia, Africa, and deeper Western Hemisphere integration).The role of World Trade Centers in helping companies navigate uncertainty and access new markets