Q2 · UPSC current affairs · 16 September 2026 · News · World Trade Report 2026 WTO

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With reference to the concepts mentioned in global economic reports, what does 'Geoeconomic Fragmentation' primarily refer to?

A The integration of national financial markets through digital currencies
B The restructuring of global trade along geopolitical alliances leading to trade barriers and protectionism
C The complete elimination of tariffs across multilateral trading systems
D The uniform adoption of non-discriminatory international trade rules by all UN nations

Correct answer: (b) The restructuring of global trade along geopolitical alliances leading to trade barriers and protectionism

Explanation

Option B is correct as geoeconomic fragmentation denotes the restructuring of global trade along geopolitical alliances resulting in trade barriers and protectionism. Options A, C, and D describe integration, free trade, or universal rules, which are the opposite of fragmentation.

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