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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Does National Security Justify Trade Restrictions?
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Does National Security Justify Trade Restrictions?

Last updated: December 6, 2024 3:06 pm
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Why Free Trade is Essential for Economic Growth

In a recent Defining Ideas article, “Why Trade Should Be Free,” the argument for free trade is reiterated. The concept of free trade, as advocated by economists like Adam Smith, emphasizes the importance of allowing countries to specialize in producing goods and services where they have a comparative advantage, while importing products where other nations excel. The analogy of hiring someone to mow your lawn illustrates the simplicity of why free trade is beneficial for economic prosperity. Even in the face of protectionist measures imposed by other countries, adopting free trade policies remains advantageous for a nation.

However, there is one exception to the rule of free trade, as pointed out by Adam Smith in The Wealth of Nations: national security concerns. In situations where certain goods are deemed critical for defense purposes, restrictions on trade may be warranted. Nevertheless, the efficacy of such trade restrictions is debatable, and alternative strategies, such as stockpiling essential items or promoting domestic production, may offer better solutions. Ultimately, the reliance on government officials to make informed decisions in these matters can pose challenges due to limited information and expertise within governmental bodies.

These initial paragraphs set the stage for a deeper exploration of the topic in the article “Does National Security Justify Trade Restrictions?” published on December 5, 2024.

During the research process, a fascinating study conducted by Alexander J. Field, an economic historian at Santa Clara University, shed light on the significance of rubber during World War II.

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The study revealed:

Due to the climatic conditions in the United States, the country never produced rubber domestically, which became a critical issue during World War II. Following the Japanese occupation of Southeast Asian rubber sources, the U.S. lost access to 97% of its natural rubber supply, emphasizing the vulnerability of relying on imports for strategic resources. In response to this crisis, various strategies were proposed, including domestic stockpiling, promoting alternative sources of latex, and developing synthetic rubber capabilities.

However, challenges arose as key policymakers, such as Jesse Jones, delayed the implementation of crucial strategies, hindering the nation’s preparedness for the rubber shortage.

For a comprehensive analysis of this topic, the full article can be accessed here.

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