Backwaters of global prosperity : how forces of globalization and GATT/WTO trade regimes contribute to the marginalization of the world's poorest nations

Author(s)

• Dowlah, C. A. F.

Bibliographic Information

Backwaters of global prosperity : how forces of globalization and GATT/WTO trade regimes contribute to the marginalization of the world's poorest nations

Caf Dowlah

Praeger, 2004

Note

Bibliography: p. [173]-189

Includes index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

From direct foreign investment to the flow of capital, there are endless factors that affect the economies of the world's poorest countries. Knowledge of the struggles of these countries-also known as the Least Developed Countries (LDCs)-is essential to understanding the impact of globalization. This work provides a platform for grasping why developed countries are reaping the benefits of globalization while the LDCs are being left behind. Topical chapters seek to uncover the processes that LDCs should take to reverse their marginalization and build their economies so that they can receive the benefits of globalization. Subjects include: *The relationship between the World Trade Organization, World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund *Multilateral trade regimes *Tariff and non-tariff barriers in developed countries *Global Commodity Prices *Trends in Poverty and Human Development *Technology

Table of Contents

Preface Introduction The State of the LDCs: How Marginalized Are They in the Contemporary World Economy? Multilateral Trade Regimes Under the GATT/WTO: How Do They Contribute to the Marginalization of the LDCs? Special and Differential Treatment Measures Under the GATT/WTO: How Advantageous Are They for the Development of the LDCs? The GATT/WTO Trade Regimes: How Lackluster Liberalization of the Textiles and Clothing Sector Restrained Economic Growth of the LDCs? The GATT/WTO Trade Regimes: How Lack of Liberalization of the Agricultural Sector Impedes Economic Growth of the LDCs? The WTO and the LDCs: How Conductive is the WTO Platform for Safeguarding and Promoting the Interests of the LDCs? In Conclusion References

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Details

• NCID: BA70284777
• ISBN:
  • 027598043X
• LCCN: 2004011890
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Westport, Conn.
• Pages/Volumes: xvii, 199 p.
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : HF2580.9
  • DC22 : 382/.09172/4
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Free trade -- Developing countries
  • LCSH : Developing countries -- Economic conditions
  • LCSH : Globalization -- Economic aspects -- Developing countries
  • LCSH : Developing countries -- Dependency on foreign countries
  • LCSH : World Trade Organization -- Developing countries
  • LCSH : General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (Organization)