This volume provides an introduction to the basic theory behind international trade policy. The author analyzes current policy issues within a theoretical framework. The book adopts a thematic approach, with each chapter examining a different issue - each of which is of central importance to contemporary trade policy. The book will be useful for all those who want to understand what governments do, in terms of trade policy and how they do it.

This second edition of International Trade has been rewritten to provide an up-to-date, clear and comprehensive account of important developments currently taking place in the world economy. The topic-driven text introduces the reader to the major economic theories and models with an emphasis on changes within the world trading system and how governments respond.

This second edition of International Trade has been rewritten to provide an up-to-date, clear and comprehensive account of important developments currently taking place in the world economy. The topic-driven text introduces the reader to the major economic theories and models with an emphasis on changes within the world trading system and how governments respond.