Enabling Indigenous Trade 2025

Introduction A typology of government measures enabling Indigenous trade Indigenous Peoples’ inclusion in international trade is critical for achieving sustainability, protecting culture and language and reducing global economic disparities. While more governments recognize this, there remains a significant gap in providing actionable guidance on effectively supporting Indigenous business participation. This paper aims to address this gap by offering a comprehensive typology of measures that stakeholders can use to identify and adapt good public-sector practices for Indigenous inclusion in trade, recognizing that these must be complemented by Indigenous-led and business initiatives. Its key aims are to: –Raise awareness of the range of public programmes, initiatives and measures globally to support Indigenous inclusion in trade. –Guide policy-makers and advocates on where to source ideas and examples as they forge their own Indigenous inclusion pathways. In determining the range of measures included within the typology, this paper focuses on state-led or state-influenced measures at the international and domestic levels that have an explicit connection to or focus on Indigenous Peoples, rather than trade measures or policies that apply generally. In developing this typology, it was critical to maintain a clear focus on elements that directly affect the structural, policy and procedural dimensions of trade. The typology is designed across two site levels: the international community and the national community. Within each site level, the typology explores the laws, policies, processes and practices that have enhanced outcomes for Indigenous People in trade and enterprise development. Indigenous Peoples’ inclusion in international trade is a growing area of interest for many governments, especially as trade objectives evolve and diversify. 4 Enabling Indigenous Trade: Actionable Guidance for Governments