International trade is defined as a relationship of economic cooperation carried out by one country with another related to goods and services so as to be able to bring prosperity to a country. International trade is a relationship of economic activity between countries which is realized by the process of exchanging goods and services on a voluntary and mutually beneficial basis. International trade is also known as world trade. International trade is divided into two parts, namely imports and exports, which are usually referred to as import-export trade. When compared to the implementation of domestic trade, international trade is very complicated and complex. This complexity is caused by factors, including the following. Buyers and sellers are separated by national boundaries. Goods must be sent and transported from one country to another through various regulations such as customs, which originate from restrictions issued by each government. Between one country and another there are differences in language, currency, estimates and scales, laws in trade and so on. International trade is a determinant and an important factor to stimulate economic growth. International trade is not only carried out by developed countries, but also developing countries. This international trade is carried out through import-export activities. Export is the activity of selling goods and services from within the country to abroad. Import is the activity of buying goods and services from abroad into the country. By conducting international trade through export-import activities, developed countries will obtain the raw materials needed by their industries as well as be able to sell their products to developing countries Meanwhile, developing countries can export domestically produced products to earn foreign exchange. International Trade Theory International trade theory consists of two theories that explain the emergence of international trade, namely classical and mercantilist theories
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