Introductory Trade Issues: History, Institutions, and Legal Framework

Read this chapter. While we are all a part of the economy, we can't see all parts of an economy at any one time. This chapter describes policy issues, controversies, and the history of international trade. You will learn about international economics, FTAs, GATT, WTO, anti-subsidy laws, and bound vs. applied tariffs. You will read about real-world issues such as policies restricting trade and forging agreements to reduce trade barriers. Test your knowledge by answering the exercises in each section.