Russia’s Accession to the WTO
Russia is the only major economy that is not a member of the WTO, but discussions over its accession have intensified, giving rise to important questions about the implications for world trade. […]
Foreign Policy
Bilateral U.S.-China Imbalances Not the Issue
The recent emphasis on the trade imbalance between the United States and China—which was high on President Obama’s agenda in Asia this week—is largely misplaced and diverts attention from more pressing domestic problems. […]
The Threat of Protectionism During the Financial Crisis
Drops in Chinese export figures and declines in world GDP suggest there will not be an economic recovery in the fourth quarter of 2009. The upcoming G-20 meeting must focus on halting the contraction as opposed to reforming the financial architecture. […]