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Offshoring

Offshoring occurs, when a company moves all or some of its activities to another country. When the costs of running a company are cheaper in another country, the company may choose to move their activities or offices abroad in order…

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OIE International Standards

OIE’s international standards are aimed at improving the prevention and control of animal diseases, including those transmissible to humans (zoonoses), and to improve animal welfare worldwide; in particular, by establishing high-quality national Veterinary Services. They also constitute the animal health…

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Oligopoly

A situation where a few large and powerful suppliers and manufacturers try to maintain their position by excluding newcomers from a particular market. This situation is not a good for buyers because it limits competition.

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Oligopsony

A market where many suppliers compete to sell their product to a few large and powerful buyers who have a disproportionate influence over the market.

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On-board B/L

A marine transport document indicating that the shipped goods have been loaded on the carrying vessel.

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