The given two tables illustrates information about the amount of exorts moving through Rotterdam port in Holland to various global destinations from 2002 to 2012, and also, the percentage rates of tax imposed on these exports by the receiving countries. Looking from an overall perspective, it can be noticed that the highest exports was recorded by Europe in 2002 and 2012.
In 2002, Europe was the dominant recipient of exports from Rotterdam, with 6,900 million tonnes, followed by the USA with 4,200 million tonnes. China and Latin America received significantly less, at 2,400 and 1,800 million tonnes respectively. Asia Pacific imported 800 million tonnes, while Australasia and other regions took in 700 and 350 million tonnes. By 2012, while Europe remained a major destination, the volume decreased slightly to 6,400 million tonnes. The USA also saw a minor decrease to 3,900 million tonnes. Similarly, the Asia Pacific experienced a substantial increase, rising to 2,550 million tonnes. China and Latin America both saw declines, with 2,300 and 1,500 million tonnes respectively. Australasia’s imports surged to 2,300 million tonnes.
Regarding taxation, in 2002, Europe imposed the highest tax rate at 5%, while China had a 0% tax. The USA and Latin America both applied a 3% tax, with Asia Pacific at 1% and Australasia at 4%. By 2012, Europe had increased its tax to 8%, becoming the highest. The USA reduced its tax to 2%, while China introduced a 2% tax. Latin America and Asia Pacific maintained their 2% tax, and Australasia lowered theirs to 1%.