Explore 'The Political Economy of International Trade,' a seminal work that delves into the complexities of international trade in the modern era. With economic nationalism and protectionist sentiments on the rise, understanding the dynamics of global trade becomes crucial for policymakers, scholars, and students alike. This insightful book by Ken Heydon presents a comprehensive analysis of the framework governing international trade, illuminating key themes such as the nature and distribution of trade gains, institutional governance, and pressing global issues ranging from agriculture to environmental protection.

By integrating various contemporary debates, this book challenges the conventional perception of trade policy, advocating for a paradigm shift that emphasizes its role in domestic economic management. Heydon draws from his extensive experience as a trade policy practitioner and analyst, making this volume invaluable for those in the field of international political economy. Whether you are a student, a trade official, or simply someone passionate about trade policy, this book offers a wealth of knowledge, underscored by relevant case studies and thorough literature analysis.

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ISBN: 9781509534364
Year: 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)

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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509534364
Year: 2019
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)


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With protectionist sentiment and economic nationalism on the rise, international trade and how it is governed is at the heart of some of the most important contemporary economic and political debates. Comprehensive and clear, this book skilfully outlines and analyses the dynamics of trade in the 21st century. Ken Heydon examines three broad themes: the nature and distribution of the gains from trade, the institutional and governance framework of the international trade system, and the contentious practical issues confronting policy-makers across the world. He considers pressing contemporary debates surrounding issues ranging from agriculture and food security to the links between trade and environment protection, core labour standards and intellectual property rights. He demonstrates the importance of a change of mindset in terms of how we see trade policy: it should not, he argues, be simply a question of international negotiation, but also a key component of sound domestic economic management. In short, we need to put commerce in context Drawing on the author™s experience as a policy practitioner, trade policy analyst and teacher, the volume is informed by an extensive analysis of the literature and by relevant case studies. It is designed for students and scholars of international political economy and trade policy, trade officials, and the general public.