Economic Impact of Trade on EuropeNameInstitutional AffiliationEconomic Impact of Trade on EuropeIntroductionTrade has flourished in Europe over the centuries due to the many economic benefits it offers to the countries in the region. By definition, trade refers to the exchange of capital, services, and goods within and among countries. Where trade involves two or more countries, it is called international trade. This differs from domestic trade which is confined to the national borders of a country. Generally, international trade is the bulwark of Europe’s economy and accounts for a large share of the continent’s gross domestic product. Trade is also an important source of revenue for many developing countries in Europe. The objective of this research paper is to assess the economic impact of trade on Europe. Overview of Europe and its Economy Europe is a continent lying in the Western front of Eurasia. Although Europe is the second smallest continent in the world, it is the most developed economic region in the region. The continent consists of 50 sovereign states and several dependent or semi-recognized territories. Two of the European countries, Turkey and Russia, are partly in Asia. Europe has a combined population of