Source: WTO.

Changes in the Value of World Trade per Type of Merchandise, 1950-2005

Specific segments of international trade are subject to much volatility, particularly mining trade, which includes energy (e.g. petroleum). Commodity chains are thus subject to some level of uncertainty in assessing its growth potential and the necessary level of investment in transport infrastructure, let it be modes or terminals.

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