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Paperback. A summary of what we know about the origins of currency mismatching in emerging economies. It discusses how best to define and measure currency mismatching and reviews policy options for reducing the size of the problem. Num Pages: 100 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCBM; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 154 x 10. Weight in Grams: 272.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323603
ISBN
9780881323603
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€ 26.99
€ 20.24

Paperback. The papers in this volume were presented at a conference in May 2003. Policy implications are summarized and the papers are organized around several topics such as: the conceptual case for FTAs and how they have worked in the past; and the specific agreements already being pursued or considered. Editor(s): Schott, Jeffrey J. Series: Special Report Series. Num Pages: 450 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1F; 1KBB; KCLT1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 157 x 23. Weight in Grams: 635.
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Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323610
ISBN
9780881323610
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€ 36.99
€ 27.08

Paperback. Between 1992 and 2000, US exports rose by 55 percent. By the year 2000, trade summed to 26 percent of US GDP, and the United States imported almost two-thirds of its oil and was the world's largest host country for foreign investors. This work contains case studies, and it presents a description of the facts that allows for discussion. Num Pages: 377 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 162 x 19. Weight in Grams: 567.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323634
ISBN
9780881323634
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€ 29.99
€ 21.95

Paperback. This study shows how changes in trade policies in the United States and other industrial countries could help reduce poverty in developing countries. Num Pages: 100 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFG; JFFA; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 480.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323658
ISBN
9780881323658
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€ 33.99
€ 24.41

Paperback. This analysis examines the impact the Alien Tort Statute, enacted in 1789, could have on trade and foreign direct investment. Its history is traced from the original intent to recent court interpretations, including a look at class-action suits over asbestos and apartheid. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 100 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCLT; LNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 153 x 6. Weight in Grams: 154.
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Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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New
SKU
V9780881323665
ISBN
9780881323665
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€ 21.99
€ 17.66

Paperback. Considers the economic and political characteristics of Egypt as a potential FTA partner. This book examines the benefits and challenges in pursuing bilateral negotiations with Egypt, examines the Bush proposal for a regional arrangement, and assesses the impact of a prospective FTA on other trading partners and on the multilateral trading system. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 100 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1HBE; 1KBB; KCLT1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). .
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323689
ISBN
9780881323689
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€ 21.99
€ 17.66

Paperback. As a long-run competitor and collaborator with the dollar, the euro creates the potential for a bipolar international monetary system, offering unprecedented challenges and opportunities to economic policymakers. This book explores the euro's international role, its record till its fifth year, and its future. Editor(s): Posen, Adam S. Num Pages: 204 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFE; JPSN2; KCBM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 12. Weight in Grams: 318.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
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V9780881323740
ISBN
9780881323740
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€ 26.99
€ 20.24

Paperback. The dollar rose about 35 percent in real terms from 1995 to the end of 2001, supporting the US economy of the late 1990s but pushing the current account deficit to a record high. This book looks at the impact of this, examining intervention to achieve desired currency values and the impact of a major dollar realignment on worldwide economies. Editor(s): Bergsten, C. Fred; Williamson, John. Num Pages: 300 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCBM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 164 x 17. Weight in Grams: 426.
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Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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New
SKU
V9780881323788
ISBN
9780881323788
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€ 29.99
€ 21.86

Paperback. Gathers together the cutting edge of new research on FDI and host country economic performance and presents the most sophisticated critiques of current and past inquiries. This volume probes the limits of what can be determined from available evidence and from innovative investigative techniques. Editor(s): Moran, Theodore H.; Graham, Edward M.; Blomstrom, Magnus. Num Pages: 440 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1QFG; KCM; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 229 x 23. Weight in Grams: 600.
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Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323818
ISBN
9780881323818
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€ 33.99
€ 24.41

Paperback. Addresses how globalization has reshaped trade politics, weakening traditional protectionism but intensifying concern about trade's societal impacts. The author concludes with a economic strategy to cope with globalization and maximize its benefits. This book won the Gladys Kammerer Award of the American Political Science Association. Num Pages: 450 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 553.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323825
ISBN
9780881323825
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€ 29.99
€ 21.95

Paperback. Based on a conference held in September, 2005, on the future of the International Monetary Fund, this book includes an overview of the challenges facing the IMF. It looks at four areas: the international monetary system and the IMF, governance, financial resources, and financing from the fund. Editor(s): Truman, Edwin M. Series: Special Report Series. Num Pages: 559 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCBM; KCLF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 29. Weight in Grams: 803.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323870
ISBN
9780881323870
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€ 29.99
€ 21.95

Paperback. Analyzes the economic effects of a prospective free trade agreement between the United States and Colombia. This study uses the Global Trade Analysis Project (GTAP) model of world trade and economic activity to analyze the expected trade and other economic impacts of the prospective FTA. Num Pages: 192 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KLSC; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 11. Weight in Grams: 331.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323894
ISBN
9780881323894
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Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.52

Paperback. Examines the structure of agricultural support in rich countries and explores the challenges as well as opportunities that developing countries might face if the Doha Round succeeds in reforming OECD agriculture policies. Num Pages: 176 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCLT; KNAC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 174 x 9. Weight in Grams: 259.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323924
ISBN
9780881323924
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€ 25.99
€ 19.37

Paperback. The tragic events of September 11 and the subsequent war in Iraq have focused international attention on a nexus of problems. This book examines the economics of the Middle East, with the aim of identifying changes to economic policy that could address at least the economic component of the challenges facing this part of the globe. Num Pages: 350 pages, maps. BIC Classification: 1FB; KC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 157 x 19. Weight in Grams: 528.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323931
ISBN
9780881323931
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€ 26.99
€ 20.32

Paperback. As China continues its rise as a great power, The United States Congress and the administration wrestle with one another over the strategies to shape US-China economic relations. What major disputes now, and looming on the horizon, will shape future US-China relations? This book examines these issues and offers suggestions for both sides. Num Pages: 122 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 209.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323948
ISBN
9780881323948
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€ 24.99
€ 18.52

Paperback. Focusing on the diplomatic relations between the United States and Pakistan, this book looks at questions, such as: Would a free trade agreement between these two counties benefit them? What type of economic benefits could be expected? It concludes that a free trade agreement between the United States and Pakistan would benefit both countries. Num Pages: 295 pages. BIC Classification: 1FKP; 1KBB; JPS; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 440.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323955
ISBN
9780881323955
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Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.32

Paperback. Using the Global Trade Analysis Project (GTAP) model of world trade and economic activity, this title analyzes the expected trade and other economic impacts of the prospective Free Trade Agreement. It examines bilateral trade and investment flows, bilateral trade frictions, and implications of the prospective accords. Num Pages: 123 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1KBB; KCLT1. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 231 x 162 x 8. Weight in Grams: 222.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323962
ISBN
9780881323962
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€ 20.99
€ 16.81

Paperback. Covers a range of issues such as trade liberalization, exchange rate regimes, international financial architecture, debt, economic sanctions, and the impact of technology and globalization. Editor(s): Mussa, Michael. Num Pages: 408 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCL. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 164 x 22. Weight in Grams: 585.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881323979
ISBN
9780881323979
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Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 20.16

Paperback. Indonesia is the largest Muslim country in the world. Would a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the country be beneficial both economically and politically to the US? This book presents a case for improved trade relations between Indonesia and the US and recommends exploratory talks toward a US-Indonesia FTA. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 214 pages. BIC Classification: 1FMN; 1KBB; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 226 x 154 x 16. Weight in Grams: 417.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324020
ISBN
9780881324020
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Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.45

Paperback. How will global warming affect developing countries, which rely heavily on agriculture as a source of economic growth? This title asserts that developing countries have more at risk, such as their production capacity, than industrial countries as global warming worsens. It examines 2071-2100 to forecast the effects of global warming. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: 3JM; KCJ; KNAC; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 227 x 168 x 11. Weight in Grams: 304.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324037
ISBN
9780881324037
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€ 24.99
€ 18.52

Paperback. Explores the dysfunctional state of US high-skilled immigration laws. This title recommends a coherent set of immediate reforms, which should aim to facilitate continuously high and increasingly economically necessary levels of high-skilled immigration to the United States. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 132 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFN; KCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 227 x 159 x 9. Weight in Grams: 231.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324136
ISBN
9780881324136
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 20.99
€ 16.81

Paperback. Deconstructs the gap between real blue-collar wages and labor productivity growth and estimates how much of the gap is due to measurement issues and how much higher these wages might have been if the distribution of income been kept constant. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 144 pages, graphs, charts, index. BIC Classification: KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 157 x 6. Weight in Grams: 177.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324143
ISBN
9780881324143
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 21.99
€ 17.59

Paperback. Assesses the progress since China's July 2005 reform of its currency regime, focusing on China's global account position, movement of China's real effective exchange rate, the extent of the remaining misalignment of the renminbi (RMB), the roles of market forces and a currency basket in the determination of the RMB exchange rate. Editor(s): Lardy, Nicholas R.; Goldstein, Morris. Num Pages: 592 pages, graphs, charts, index. BIC Classification: 1FPC; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 553.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324150
ISBN
9780881324150
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 24.51

Paperback. Presents specific proposals for how China's exchange rate and capital account policies might be modified over the medium term. This book contrasts the features of a "stay the course" policy with those of a bolder "three stage" approach that seeks to reduce more rapidly the current undervaluation of the renminbi. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 112 pages, graphs, charts, index. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 1KBB; JPS; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 160 x 7. Weight in Grams: 204.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
The Peterson Institute for International Economics
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780881324167
ISBN
9780881324167
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 24.99
€ 18.45

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