International trade

International trade is the exchange of capital, goods, and services across international borders or territories because there is a need or want of goods or services. In most countries, such trade represents a significant share of gross domestic product (GDP). While international trade has existed throughout history (for example Uttarapatha, Silk Road, Amber Road, salt roads), its economic, social, and political importance has been on the rise in recent centuries.

Extends: [International trade](https://wikipedia.org.ai/International trade), [Official statistics](https://wikipedia.org.ai/Official statistics)