Scholars and observers of the international system often comment on the decreasing importance of international boundaries as a result of the growth of international economic and social exchanges, economic liberalization, and international regimes. They generally fail to note, however, that...

Frontmatter -- Contents -- Acknowledgments -- 1. International Commodity Policy and the North-South Dialogue -- 2. Negotiations on Commodity Trade Norms and Programs -- 3. The Tin and Natural Rubber Agreements -- 4. The Sugar, Coffee, and Cocoa Agreements -- 5. Unsuccessful Attempts to Negotiate...