commerce restriction
[ˈkɒmɜːrs rɪˈstrɪkʃən]
nounpl: commerce restrictions
restrição comercial
1. A government-imposed limitation or regulation that controls or prevents the free flow of goods, services, or trade between entities, regions, or countries
The commerce restriction imposed by the government prevented the import of certain agricultural products.
A restrição comercial imposta pelo governo impediu a importação de certos produtos agrícolas.
2. A legal or regulatory barrier that limits the types, quantities, or conditions under which business transactions can occur
Commerce restrictions on alcohol sales vary significantly between states.
As restrições comerciais nas vendas de álcool variam significativamente entre estados.
3. An embargo, tariff, or quota system designed to protect domestic industries or regulate trade
The new commerce restrictions aim to protect local manufacturers from foreign competition.
As novas restrições comerciais visam proteger os fabricantes locais da concorrência estrangeira.
The concept of commerce restrictions is particularly relevant in Brazil and the USA due to their roles in international trade. In Brazil, discussions of commerce restrictions often relate to MERCOSUR (Southern Common Market) agreements and protection of domestic industries. In the USA, the term is frequently encountered in debates about trade policy, particularly regarding tariffs and trade agreements. Both countries use commerce restrictions as tools for economic policy, though their application is increasingly scrutinized by international trade organizations like the WTO.
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