Trade Politics

In this new, fully updated edition ofTrade Politicsleading experts from Europe and North America provide a comprehensive overview of the politics of international trade in the 21st century. The book explains the changing political environment in which trade policy is shaped, the core political issues, the future trade agenda and the role of the key actors. Subjects covered include: transatlantic trade relations regional trading agreements in Asia, Europe, North America and Latin America how trade affects developing countries the politics of the World Trade Organization key policy areas such as agriculture, competition and intellectual property the role of firms and governments in international trade how trade impacts on human rights and the environment With more case studies in each chapter, suggestions for further reading, lists of websites and chapter summaries, this is the ideal text for students of trade politics,international political economy and international business.