This book analyzes the issues surrounding globalization and explores the prospects of the global economy, as well as … the potential vulnerabilities. Issues covered include trade agreements, poverty and inequality, financial globalization …, the environment, international economic law and threats to the future of globalization …

perception of globalization is much more pessimistic. Workers feel less secure in their jobs and fear wage losses and …

Globalization and the growing integration of national markets have had profound effects on the operation of markets …, not least labour markets. In this book, a range of leading commentators on globalization and labour markets present … original contribution on the interaction between these two areas. This book assesses the impact of globalization on trade …