Sections B to E follow similar structures in examining the
opportunities and challenges that these four trade trends
present to developing countries. They first provide broad,
“stylized” facts about these trends and their determinants.
Subsequently, the development implications of the trends
are analysed, clarifying how participation in supply chains,
increasing commodity prices and the global recession
have played a significant part in different development
patterns across countries in the last 15 years. Finally, the
sections identify policies that have proved successful for
emerging economies. This highlights the obstacles that
need to be removed if other developing countries are to
benefit from these trends, and the additional policies that
may be needed to maximize benefits and reduce risks.