In this book, one of Germany's most influential economists describes his country's economy, the largest in the European … necessary to overcome these shortcomings. Taking a broader view than other recent books on the German economy, he considers … Germany's fiscal policy stance, product market regulation, capital market, environmental policy, aging and immigratio …

"This book presents a wide-ranging assessment of the current state of China's economy in relation to the global … international economy. It discusses the role China has played in responding to the economic crisis; assesses the continuing strong … prospects for further economic growth in China; and examines China's deepening integration into the world economy. Specific …

of Russia's economy, military prowess and international ambitions. The volume does not settle controversies, but does …