TRACE works to strengthen the policy and regulatory environment for sustainable, inclusive, and competitive trade growth. We partner with governments, development partners, and private sector organizations to identify policy gaps, modernize frameworks, and align national systems with regional and global commitments. Our goal is to foster an enabling environment where transparency, accountability, and competitiveness drive long-term economic transformation. Drawing on deep expertise in trade policy, economic and social reform, regulatory harmonization, and stakeholder engagement, TRACE serves as a bridge between policy and practice, translating evidence, consultation, and analysis into actionable reforms. Our work ensures that policy development is not only technically sound but also inclusive, data-informed, and forward-looking, enabling public institutions and private actors to collaborate effectively for shared progress. TRACE’s advocacy model emphasizes participatory policy-making, where continuous dialogue, data insights, and strategic communication guide reform priorities and ensure that decisions reflect real-world challenges and opportunities.
Our Services Include:
- Reviewing and assessing Acts, Rules, Regulations, and Policies to identify gaps and inconsistencies
- Supporting legislative drafting and alignment with international standards and best practices
- Promoting dialogue with government and civil society to address public concerns
- Conducting advocacy on emerging and priority national issues through evidence-based dialogue and engagement
- Developing policy and regulatory recommendations for trade, logistics, and investment facilitation
- Preparing policy briefs, issue notes, and advocacy papers for government and private stakeholders
- Facilitating multi-stakeholder consultations and public–private dialogue platforms
- Advising business chambers and associations on effective policy engagement and advocacy
- Building institutional capacity for evidence-based decision-making and reform implementation