WTO Forecasts 40% Global Trade Boost by 2040 Through AI Adoption
The World Trade Organization (WTO) predicts that artificial intelligence (AI) adoption could boost global trade by nearly 40% by 2040 if the right policies are in place. The WTO's 2025 World Trade Report emphasizes that AI implementation could reduce trade costs, enhance productivity, and expand GDP.
However, the report warns that unequal access to AI technologies may exacerbate economic disparities. To realize the full potential of AI in trade, investments in semiconductor materials, digital infrastructure, education, and labor market policies are crucial.
The WTO stresses the need for open and predictable trade policies to ensure fair access to AI technologies and prevent widening inequalities.
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