To influence government policies and regulations.

To conduct academic research and publish scholarly papers.

To provide consulting services to businesses and organizations.

To promote public awareness and understanding of trade and investment issues.

By conducting research and analysis on trade and investment issues.

By providing policy recommendations to governments and policymakers.

By advocating for specific trade and investment policies.

By educating the public about the importance of trade and investment.

Tariffs and other trade barriers.

Investment regulations and restrictions.

Intellectual property rights.

Environmental and labor standards in trade agreements.

The impact of trade and investment on economic growth and development.

By providing research-based evidence to support their policy recommendations.

By engaging in direct lobbying and advocacy with government officials.

By building relationships with policymakers and decision-makers.

By organizing public events and campaigns to raise awareness and support for their policy positions.

Limited resources and funding.

Political bias and ideological differences.

Lack of access to decision-makers and policymakers.

Public skepticism and distrust of think tanks.

By conducting more rigorous and impartial research.

By building stronger relationships with policymakers and decision-makers.

By engaging in more effective public outreach and education.

By collaborating with other think tanks and organizations with similar goals.

The Peterson Institute for International Economics.

The World Trade Institute.

The Center for Strategic and International Studies.

The Brookings Institution.

The Cato Institute.

By providing financial support to think tanks.

By volunteering their time and expertise.

By attending think tank events and conferences.

By sharing think tank research and policy recommendations with others.

Ensuring the independence and objectivity of their research.

Avoiding conflicts of interest and undue influence.

Considering the potential impact of their recommendations on different stakeholders.

Promoting transparency and accountability in their work.

By advocating for trade policies that benefit all countries, including developing countries.

By promoting the adoption of environmental and labor standards in trade agreements.

By supporting initiatives to reduce inequality and promote economic development.

By raising awareness about the importance of fair and equitable trade practices.