TradeTPP countries defy protectionist trend to maintain supply chains
Singapore teams with New Zealand and Japan to keep food and medical gear flowing
Meat, fish vegetables and fruit are among the items covered under a mutual supply initiative signed by Singapore and New Zealand. © Reuters
TAKASHI NAKANO, Nikkei staff writer
SINGAPORE -- As many countries tighten restrictions on exports of vital products in response to the coronavirus pandemic, members of the Trans-Pacific Partnership regional trade pact are going against the tide of protectionism with agreements to facilitate free trade.