1. Competition policy and trade policy are usually distinct areas of economic policy, the first being inward, the second outward oriented. With increasing economic internationalization their interconnections become more important, not only on the national, but also on the European and world...

This volume deals with the European integration in the world economy. It addresses various topical issues from a theoretical point of view and includes contributions of practitioners where appropriate. Thereby theoretical analysis is extended and enriched by empirical evidence and policy...