Liberalizing trade in forest products

Description

Liberalizing trade in forest products involves reducing tariffs, quotas, and other trade barriers to facilitate the freer movement of timber and related goods across borders. This strategy aims to enhance market access, promote sustainable forest management, and combat illegal logging by encouraging transparent, regulated trade. By streamlining regulations and fostering international cooperation, it addresses supply chain inefficiencies, supports economic development in forest-rich regions, and incentivizes the adoption of environmentally responsible practices.

Claim

Forest product liberalization has implications for sustainable forestry management, biodiversity, climate change and sustainable production and consumption patterns. Governments should not place zero tariffs on forest products, nor constrain non-tariff forest-protection measures, without first undertaking adequate environmental assessment.