This book explores theoretical developments of trade models, examining labour mobility, unemployment and training in models of international trade, as well as migration and labour markets, the wage and unemployment impacts of adjustment, adjustment and occupational mobility, exchange rate fluctuations and trade exposure, fragmentation and the labour market.

It has long been acknowledged that productivity growth is key to rising living standards and poverty reduction. This book comprises a coherent collection of studies of links between globalization and productivity growth. Chapters cover all aspects of firm entry to international markets including foreign direct investment, acquisition and arms length exports.

This is the seventeenth volume in an annual series in which leading economists provide a concise and accessible evaluation of major developments in trade and trade policy.Examines key issues pertinent to the multinational trading system, as well as regional trade arrangements and policy developments at the national levelProvides up-to-date assessments of the World Trade Organization's current Trade Policy ReviewsA vital resource for researchers,... more...