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Economic interdependence refers to the mutual dependence of participants in an economic system who trade to obtain products they cannot produce efficiently themselves. This concept, first addressed by A. A. Cournot, is a consequence of the division of labor and requires that the behavior of one participant affects its trading partners, making it costly to rupture their relationship. As [[david-baldwin|David Baldwin]] notes, international economic interdependence is characterized by the opportunity costs incurred from potential exit costs when breaking existing economic ties between nations. With the rise of [[globalization|globalization]], economic interdependence has become increasingly important, as countries like [[china|China]] and [[united-states|United States]] rely heavily on each other for trade. The [[world-trade-organization|World Trade Organization]] (WTO) plays a crucial role in facilitating international trade and promoting economic interdependence. However, economic interdependence also raises concerns about [[trade-wars|trade wars]] and the potential for economic instability, as seen in the [[2008-financial-crisis|2008 financial crisis]]. As the global economy continues to evolve, understanding economic interdependence is essential for navigating the complex web of international trade and promoting economic growth.