International trade and the global economy

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Machinery and Transport Equipment

This includes cars, aircraft, and industrial machinery.

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Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals

The UK is a significant exporter of medicines and chemical products.

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Financial Services

London is a global financial hub, exporting banking, insurance, and other financial services.

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Crude Oil and Petroleum Products

Energy products are a major import, essential for the UK's energy needs.

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Consumer Goods

This includes clothing, food, and household items.

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High-Tech Goods

Including advanced manufacturing products and technologies.

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Luxury Vehicles

Renowned brands like Jaguar and Land Rover.

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Energy Resources

Such as oil and natural gas.

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Consumer Electronics

Including smartphones, computers, and home appliances.

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Food and Beverages

Various food products not produced locally.

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Free trade

refers to the absence of tariffs, quotas, and other restrictions on international trade.

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European Union (EU)

is a political and economic union of member countries that have agreed to allow free trade among themselves.

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Money

It facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers.

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Unit of Account

Money provides a standard measure of value, which helps in comparing the value of different goods and services.

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Store of Value

Money can hold value over time, allowing individuals to save or defer spending until a later date.

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Physical Currency (Banknotes and Coins)

Tangible money issued by the government, which includes coins and paper notes.

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Digital and Electronic Forms

Money can also exist in digital formats, such as balances in bank accounts, digital wallets, and cryptocurrencies.

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Financial Instruments

Certain financial instruments like checks, credit, and debit cards are also considered money because they represent a claim to physical money or deposits in a bank.

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