This policy-oriented volume serves also as an advanced text on international economic organizations and the politics of international trade. It examines the ways in which political changes in major industrialized democracies are affecting their policy mixes, their interactions with each other, and the activities of international firms. Gavin Boyd surveys the policy questions facing governments as a result of the increasing influence of those firms on national economic structures.

"A readable, balanced, and provocative view of the prospects for fruitful international economic cooperation. The papers are realistic: each discusses the difficulties involved in reaching cooperative solutions or procedures as well as the benefits of doing so. The discussion among the conference participants is lively, interesting, and insightful."--William H. Branson, Princeton University

A comprehensive insight into the legal framework of international economic relations, comprising the law of the World Trade Organization, investment law, and international monetary law, this book highlights the context of human rights, good governance, environmental protection, development, and the role of the G20 and multinationals.

A convenient reference, this book provides essential information about international economic organizations -- agencies that promote economic cooperation by studying and taking action on such issues as international economic relations, currency stabilization, trade barriers, capital assistance, labor relations, and macro-economic adjustment policies. Presented in an accessible fact-sheet format, the listings contain each organization's objectives, membership, structure, activities, address, and telephone, telex, and fax numbers. Where relevant, the entries also offer information about vocational training, scholarship, prizes, and awards. Appendices feature a chronology of international economic cooperation, a guide to abbreviations, and tables of membership.