By Chima John Uzochukwu-Obi, Chukwuebuka Uzonna Ifedigbo and Chidiebube James Chimaobi
Introduction
The 21st century has seen a tremendous rise in international trade and global economic expansionism. This is inspired by the desire of countries to increase the level of their economic activity and ensure the availability of goods and services. This desire has resulted in nations of the world engaging in international trade or marketing. International trade is the exchange of capital, goods and services across international borders and territories. Simply put, international trade entails the importation or exportation of goods and services between countries so as to guarantee a rise in GDP (Gross Domestic Product), growth in production and maximum utilization of resources.
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This award-winning article was written as an entry for the International Law Students Association (ILSA) Unizik Chapter in the maiden edition of the Victor Ojeah International Law Essay competition and was adjudged the second best article. The article which was written by three members of the association; Chukwuebuka Uzonna Ifedigbo, Chima John Uzochukwu-Obi and Chidiebube James Chimaobi, explores the existential issue of environmental integrity as affected by man’s quest for economic expansionism. It also goes further to highlight viable solutions to the highlighted problems. The article provides astounding insight into the problems associated with economic expansionism while also suggesting ways to forestall further devastating effects on our environment.