one-sided trade
[/wʌn ˈsaɪdɪd treɪd/]
nounpl: one-sided trades
comércio unilateral
1. A trade or commercial exchange in which one party gains significantly more benefits or advantages than the other party
The agreement was criticized as a one-sided trade that favored the larger corporation over small businesses.
O acordo foi criticado como um comércio unilateral que favorecia a corporação maior em detrimento das pequenas empresas.
2. An international trade relationship where the flow of goods, services, or benefits is disproportionately favoring one country or party
Economists argue that the trade deal represents a one-sided trade that disadvantages domestic workers.
Economistas argumentam que o acordo comercial representa um comércio unilateral que prejudica os trabalhadores domésticos.
This term gained prominence in American political discourse during the 2016-2020 period, particularly regarding U.S.-China trade relations. In Brazil, the term is commonly used in discussions about trade relationships with larger economic powers. The concept reflects concerns about economic fairness and sovereignty in international commerce.
Related Idioms & Phrases
get the short end of the stick
all take and no give
heads I win, tails you lose
playing with stacked cards
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