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EU CBAM to hit developing country competitiveness, says World Bank

Published 15:45 on August 20, 2025 / Last updated at 15:45 on August 20, 2025 / / Americas (LATAM & Caribbean), EMEA (Africa, Europe, Middle East), International (CBAM & Tariffs), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation)

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The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is set to reshape global trade in carbon-intensive products, with new World Bank analysis showing that while the overall economic impact may be modest for most, several developing countries could see significant competitiveness losses in key sectors.
The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is set to reshape global trade in carbon-intensive products, with new World Bank analysis showing that while the overall economic impact may be modest for most, several developing countries could see significant competitiveness losses in key sectors.


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