The Disparities of Trade: Latin America's Resource Contributions to the Global North
In 2020, Latin America saw the appropriation of over 900 million tonnes of materials, 4 million km2 of land, and 53 billion hours of labor by the Global North through trade.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 8 days ago
The trade dynamics between Latin America and the Global North reveal significant inequalities. In 2020, the region contributed vast resources, including more than 900 million tonnes of materials.
Additionally, approximately 4 million km2 of land was appropriated, alongside a staggering 53 billion hours of labor. These figures highlight the scale of resource extraction from Latin America.
Such disparities raise questions about the fairness of international trade practices and the long-term implications for Latin American countries.