The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted global trade since 2020, as production and consumption are scaled back globally. In general, while the demand and supply for goods and services across the globe have gone down significantly at the height of the pandemic, many countries now also rely on trading with others for key medical supplies and other essential goods.

1. Argue the role of international trade in a nation's welfare, development and even livelihood under the pandemic.

2.Elaborate also your thoughts on the impact of international trade on the future recovery of economies in the post- pandemic world