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Paperback. An examination of the evolution of poverty and inequality in the era of globalization. It critically examines conventional wisdom, finding that productivity, wages and incomes in poor countries are catching up with those obtained by comparable individuals in the West. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 390.
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- Paperback
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- 2002
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
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- V9780881323481
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- 9780881323481
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Paperback. This volume is a successor of sorts to the Institute's 1986 volume "Toward Renewed Economic Growth In Latin America". It presents the work of a group of leading Latin American economists who were asked to think about the nature of the economic policy agenda that the region should be pursuing. Editor(s): Kuczynski, P.; Williamson, John. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KL; KCB; KCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 19. Weight in Grams: 553.
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- Paperback
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- 2003
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323474
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- 9780881323474
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Paperback. The focus of this study is the potential contribution of inflation targeting as a framework for the conduct of monetary policy to the performance of the international financial system. It examines the challenges and opportunities presented by inflation targeting to different countries. Num Pages: 150 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: KCBM; KCLF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 230 x 170 x 13. Weight in Grams: 408.
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- Paperback
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- 2003
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
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- V9780881323450
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- 9780881323450
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Paperback. Explores why Europe's growth slowed, what contribution information technology makes to growth, and what policies could facilitate economic transformation. It emphasizes a system with strong work incentives and competitive intensity. The authors conclude, that social programs and policies must be reoriented so that they encourage economic change. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; 1FPJ; 1KBB; KCL; KCM; KCS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 20. Weight in Grams: 503.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323436
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- 9780881323436
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Paperback. An assessment of the roles of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation. Drawing on evidence on the relationship between foreign direct investment and development and the impact of outward investment on the home economy, it outlines a series of reforms to make OPIC a more effective force. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCL; KFFM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 9. Weight in Grams: 254.
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- Paperback
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- 2003
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323429
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- 9780881323429
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€ 23.99€ 17.82
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Paperback. An investigation of the dramatic decline in the proportion of workers represented by a labour union in the USA between 1977 and 1997. It relates this decline to changes in domestic spending, imports, exports, and the intensity in which labour is used for both union and non-union workers. Series: Globalization Balance Sheet S. Num Pages: 150 pages. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCF; KCLT; KCZ; KNXB2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 156 x 6. Weight in Grams: 168.
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- Paperback
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- 2003
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- y First printing
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- New
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- V9780881323412
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- 9780881323412
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Paperback. This study examines the case for and against regional financial arrangements in East Asia. It describes the CMI, compares it with financial agreements in other regions, and recommends how the initiative can preserve its complementarity to multilateral institutions and be strengthened. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 122 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FP; KCLF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 149 x 7. Weight in Grams: 204.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323382
- ISBN
- 9780881323382
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Paperback. In this analysis, Morris Goldstein examines currency-regime choices for emerging economies that are heavily involved with private capital markets. The author argues that the best regime choice for such economies would be managed floating plus. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 80 pages. BIC Classification: KCBM; KCM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230. .
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- Paperback
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- 2002
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323368
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- 9780881323368
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€ 23.99€ 17.88
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Paperback. In this study, the authors move beyond the debate on the relative merits and risks of a social clause in trade agreements and focus on practical approaches for improving labour standards in a more intergrated global economy. Num Pages: 150 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCF; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 290.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- y First edition
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323320
- ISBN
- 9780881323320
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Paperback. Investigates what can be done to make the international capital market a constructive force in promoting development in emerging markets. The author says that the problem of cyclicality that has undermined the value of international borrowing cannot be tackled just, from the supply side, but will require actions from both creditors and debtors. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 100 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KCLF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 11. Weight in Grams: 218.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323306
- ISBN
- 9780881323306
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€ 25.99€ 19.55
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Paperback. This study considers and analyzes the proposal to tranform the North American free trade area into a common market along the lines of the European Common Market. It addresses issues of sovereignty and national interest and concludes with a look ahead toward a Free Trade Area of the Americas. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KB; KCLT1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 18. Weight in Grams: 327.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323283
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- 9780881323283
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Paperback. This work amplifies the research Theodore Moran presented in "Foreign Direct Investment and Development (1998), assessing the opportunities and dangers that foreign direct investment may present to the growth of developing countries. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 100 pages. BIC Classification: KCL; KFFM; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 6. Weight in Grams: 159.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323139
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- 9780881323139
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€ 23.99€ 17.66
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Paperback. Free trade agreements are proliferating in the Asia-Pacific region. For the first time, Korea is pursuing such accords as part of a strategy to restructure its economy and sustain the recovery from its 1997-98 economic crisis. This work studies the benefits if Korea were to open talks with the USA. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 100 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPK; 1KBB; KCLT1; KCP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 222 x 152 x 6. Weight in Grams: 204.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323115
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- 9780881323115
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Paperback. This study weighs the economic consequences of the increased use of preferential trading arrangements in the Asia-Pacific region. It evaluates the effects of proposals for bilateral and multilateral agreements, and more far-reaching developments involving the creation of trading blocs. Series: Policy Analyses in International Economics. Num Pages: 100 pages. BIC Classification: 1FP; KCLT1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 10. Weight in Grams: 263.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323023
- ISBN
- 9780881323023
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Paperback. This study analyzes the supply side of the international financial architecture. It asks the question: How can G-10 capital suppliers reform their system to contribute to a safer world of capital mobility? It contains coverage of capital flows and the benefits of cross-border capital flows. Num Pages: 276 pages. BIC Classification: KCLF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 14. Weight in Grams: 372.
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- Paperback
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- 2001
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- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- n
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323016
- ISBN
- 9780881323016
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€ 26.99€ 20.43
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Paperback. The Export-Import Bank of the United States was created in 1934 to promote US trade. It now helps US exporters meet the financial competition from from foreign export credit agencies. This book provides an analytical basis for evaluating the bank's future. Editor(s): Hufbauer, Gary Clyde; Rodriguez, Rita M. Series: Special Report Series. Num Pages: 250 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; KCLT; KFFK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 15. Weight in Grams: 426.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881323009
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- 9780881323009
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Paperback. For firms both large and small, global integration usually has a very positive impact. This work explores new gains from deep international integration. The authors supplement their research with real-life profiles of representative American exporters, importers, investors abroad and others. Num Pages: 50 pages. BIC Classification: JFFS; KCL; KJK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 189 x 7. Weight in Grams: 222.
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- Paperback
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- 2001
- Publisher
- The Peterson Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322989
- ISBN
- 9780881322989
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€ 17.99€ 14.36
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Paperback. This study draws on data and surveys to examine the measurable and the perceived effects of globalization on American workers. It explores whether large relative losses will continue to limit US international economic initiatives and then looks at perceptions of globalization's effects. Num Pages: 150 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JFFS; KCF; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 152 x 8. Weight in Grams: 218.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Peterson Institute
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- First Edition
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322958
- ISBN
- 9780881322958
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Paperback. Series: Policy analyses in international economics 60. Num Pages: 85 pages. BIC Classification: KCLF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 222 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 136.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322934
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- 9780881322934
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€ 17.99€ 14.40
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Paperback. This text analyzes the challenges facing the trading system in the aftermath of the Seattle ministerial. Leading trade experts examine why it is in the interests of both developed and developing countries to re-engage in new trade talks, and how such talks could promote economic development. Editor(s): Schott, Jeffrey J. Num Pages: 220 pages. BIC Classification: JPSN; KCLT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 436.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322903
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- 9780881322903
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Paperback. By making a comparison between Japanese policy reaction to the financial and monetary crisis, American policymakers' reactions to the US Savings and Loan crisis and to earlier monetary challenges, this study puts the Japanese economic problems of the 1990s in perspective. Editor(s): Posen, Adam S.; Mikitani, Ryoichi. Series: Special Report Series. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; 3JJPR; KCBM; KCLF; KCP; KCZ; KFF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 153 x 223 x 8. Weight in Grams: 336.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Institute for International Economics
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322897
- ISBN
- 9780881322897
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Paperback. This volume analyzes the US and Japanese economies; their trade and financial relationships; and their roles in the provision of international public goods such as development assistance, environmental protection, and international security. Num Pages: 200 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FPJ; 1KBB; 3JJPR; JPS; KCL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 17. Weight in Grams: 472.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Peterson Institute
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322866
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- 9780881322866
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Paperback. During the 1980s and 1990s, intellctual property rights (IPRs) were strengthened in many countries. This study examines the claims of both advocates and opponents of this policy, analyzing the economic effects of extended international protection and partial harmonization of IPRs. Num Pages: 150 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 3JJPN; 3JJPR; KCL; LNR. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 15. Weight in Grams: 404.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Institute for International Economics
- Number of pages
- 150
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322828
- ISBN
- 9780881322828
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€ 26.99€ 20.52
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Paperback. Examines India's economic history and analyzes its implications for today's country. The authors explore the theoretical results had the country followed different strategies. Chapters focus on trade issues, external factors, and foreign direct investment, and look to the future. Num Pages: 200 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FKA; 3JH; 3JJ; KCL; KCP; KCZ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 154 x 11. Weight in Grams: 272.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Peterson Institute
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- New
- SKU
- V9780881322804
- ISBN
- 9780881322804
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€ 20.99€ 16.95
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