Free Trade Under Fire Fifth Edition
Free Trade Under Fire Fifth Edition by Douglas A. Irwin, published by Princeton University Press on April 14, 2020, offers an updated examination of global trade and its ongoing controversies. This edition addresses the complexities surrounding free trade, particularly in light of recent U.S. tariffs and the resulting policy debates. Irwin aims to clarify the misconceptions that often cloud discussions about trade agreements and their implications for domestic economies and international relations.
Readers will find a thorough analysis of the arguments for and against free trade, including its perceived economic impacts such as job losses and environmental concerns. The book delves into significant trade agreements, including the Trans-Pacific Partnership, and explores the political dynamics that shape trade policy. With 349 pages of content, this edition incorporates the latest research and policy developments, providing a comprehensive overview of the current landscape of international trade and its challenges.
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An updated look at global trade and why it remains as controversial as ever
Free trade is always under attack, more than ever in recent years. The imposition of numerous U.S. tariffs in 2018, and the retaliation those tariffs have drawn, has thrust trade issues to the top of the policy agenda. Critics contend that free trade brings economic pain, including plant closings and worker layoffs, and that trade agreements serve corporate interests, undercut domestic environmental regulations, and erode national sovereignty. Why are global trade and agreements such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership so controversial? Does free trade deserve its bad reputation? In Free Trade under Fire, Douglas Irwin sweeps aside the misconceptions that run rampant in the debate over trade and gives readers a clear understanding of the issues involved. In its fifth edition, the book has been updated to address the sweeping new policy developments under the Trump administration and the latest research on the impact of trade.
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