WTO slashes global trade growth prediction

The video discusses the current crisis in world trade, highlighting the role of protectionism and regulatory barriers. The WTO and IMF report weak trade growth and a decline in free trade deals. The UK's post-Brexit trade prospects are uncertain in a world less open to free trade. Economic growth, particularly in China and emerging economies, is a key factor affecting global trade dynamics.

What challenges does the UK face in diversifying its trade?

What does the IMF attribute the weak trade to?