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This unique book synthesizes and extends the immigrant-trade literature and provides comprehensive coverage of this timely and important topic. In that vein, the author contributes to the understanding of the relationship between immigration and trade and sheds light on a noteworthy aspect of globalization that both confronts policymakers with challenges and offers the potential to overcome them. Roger White documents the pro-trade influences that immigrants have on US imports from, and exports to, their respective home countries. Variations in the immigrant-trade link are addressed, as are the underlying factors that may determine the existence and operability of that link. The findings have direct implications for US immigration policy, suggesting that too few immigrants are currently admitted to the country and that a more liberal immigration policy may enhance social welfare. This book contains valuable economic analyses for undergraduates, postgraduates, researchers, educated laypersons and practitioners who are interested in public policy, international trade and economics, migration studies, international relations and globalization. ... Read more

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This digital document is a journal article from Research in International Business and Finance, published by Elsevier in 2004. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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This paper examines the effects of international trade on US productivity. We argue that trade can affect domestic productivity through economies-of-scale effects, competition effects, reallocation effects, and spillover effects. We then estimate the net impact of these effects. The results of both panel and time-series regressions of manufacturing data indicate that: (1) a decrease in the import price has a positive competition effect on manufacturing productivity growth after 1-2 years, and this impact is bigger when import penetration is bigger; and (2) exporting activity itself does not seem to promote productivity. Our results suggest that the competition effect and/or the reallocation effect are the most powerful among the four channels. Simulation results indicate that import competition accounted for about 32 percent of labor productivity growth in manufacturing during 1996-2001. ... Read more

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Here in one volume is detailed information on the key players in international trade. You get information about members of the diplomatic corps, U.S. ambassadors to each country in the world, key administration and congressional officials dealing with international issues, contacts working with international special interest groups, state government resources for international trade and finance, and international media representatives in Washington. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Georgetown Journal of International Law, published by Georgetown University Law Center on September 22, 2008. The length of the article is 16036 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The year in review: 28 U.S.C. s. 1581(a) decisions in 2007 by the CIT and others. (US Court of International Trade)
Author: Gilbert Lee Sandler
Publication: Georgetown Journal of International Law (Magazine/Journal)
Date: September 22, 2008
Publisher: Georgetown University Law Center
Volume: 40Issue: 1Page: 183(35)

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‘This volume describes the birth (with all the birth defects) of the notion of fairness in the US. The extent of the author's research is quite breathtaking: not only does he delve into an infinite series of official and semi-official documents, but he also looks at case law, opinions expressed in the literature etc., to come up with an expression of (US) fairness that does not suffer from selection bias. But this is only half what the author has accomplished through his work. He goes on to examine how US fairness has been exported to international institutions (such as the GATT/WTO regime) and demonstrates how, once discussed and shaped among all trading partners, it has come back to the US in a different form. The book thus provides both the "inside out" and the "outside in" perspective. It will prove invaluable for the political scientist, the economic historian and the lawyer alike.’– Petros C. Mavroidis, Edwin B. Parker Professor of Law, Columbia Law School, US and University of Neuchatel, Switzerland & CEPR

‘This book represents a significant scholarly contribution to the field of international political economy, with particular respect to the evolution of the multilateral trading system. The author engages effectively with the current debate concerning the conflict between the legalistic foundations of the multilateral trading system underpinned by the equality of nation states and the demands for fair trade on the basis of inter-personal equity. It is a coherent and well-researched book on a critically important issue that has not received the significant attention that it deserves within the field of international trade policy.’– Robert Read, Lancaster University Management School, UK

In an international context, fairness is particularly important, since only a system which is perceived by its participants as fair can command acceptance and compliance. The main focus of this study is to investigate the development of the notion of fairness in US trade policy and law and the impact this notion has on international trade discussions and rule-making, and especially on the formation of the multilateral trade regime.

The contention of the author, Americo Zampetti, is that fairness concerns, which have been present in the US trade policy debates and treaty practice since the Republic’s inception, have contributed to shaping these debates and practice over the years, both at home and abroad. These concerns were finally thrust upon the international scene through inclusion in the multilateral trade regime after World War II. As such, the book forms part of the broader debate over the costs and benefits of globalization. The methodological approach chosen is that of an ‘intellectual history’, which seeks to understand the origin of a particular idea, trace its trajectory within the international trade policy discourse and evaluate its impact on policy and regime formation.

Fairness in the World Economy will be a fascinating and insightful read for academics, students, researchers and policymakers with an interest in international trade issues as well as international affairs, relations and economics. ... Read more

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The rapid development of the Internet has led to a growing potential for electronic trade in digital content like movies, music and software. As a result, there is a need for a global trade framework applicable to such digitally-delivered content products. Yet, digital trade is currently not explicitly recognised by the trade rules and obligations of the World Trade Organization (WTO).

This study provides a complete analysis of the related challenges in the ongoing WTO Doha Negotiations to remedy this state of affairs. It elaborates on the required measures in the multilateral negotiations to achieve market access for digital content and examines the obstacles that lie on the path to reach consensus between the United States and the European Communities.Negotiation parameters analysed include the current US and EC regulatory approach to audiovisual and information society services and the evolution of their applicable trade policy jurisdiction. Finally, this examination takes stock of how the Doha Negotiations and parallel US-driven preferential trade agreement have so far contributed to securing free trade in digital content.

As new technologies are an increasingly prominent source of trade dispute, this book is an assessment of how WTO Members can maintain the relevance of the multilateral trade framework in a changing technological and economic environment. ... Read more

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Due to fast-paced technological changes - most notably the rapid development of the Internet - cross-border electronic trade in digital content products (movies, music, software, etc.) has become an increasingly important phenomenon. However, such trade is not explicitly recognised within the current WTO-framework.

In this book, SACHA WUNSCH-VINCENT - an economist at the OECD - provides the first detailed and comprehensive analysis of the steps WTO Members must undertake if they want to remedy this state of affairs - thereby reducing the serious risk of rising discriminatory barriers to digital trade. First the author elaborates on the WTO's work relating to digitally-delivered content products and on the various measures required in the Doha Negotiations to guarantee market access for this category of products. Secondly, he discusses the factors that impede reaching a consensus between the principal players in the negotiations (i.e. the EC and the US) - which is a crucial condition for progress in this area. Thirdly, WUNSCH-VINCENT compares how the multilateral Doha Negotiations and the parallel (US-driven) bilateral and regional trade agreements have - to date - contributed to securing a liberal digital trade regime.

A central conclusion of the book is that only very few of the identified negotiation requirements have been satisfactorily met at the multilateral level. It is demonstrated that the coverage of digital content products by WTO rules remains at best uncertain and that free trade in digital content has not yet been secured. Moreover, although some modest progress could be achieved in the framework of US preferential free trade agreements, the latter are unlikely to be able to lock in free trade for digital content. Prompt and decisive efforts by the WTO in the current negotiation round are therefore imperative.

In conclusion, as new technologies are an increasingly prominent source of trade disputes (see the recent US-Antigua Internet Gambling case), this book is a pragmatic assessment of how WTO Members can maintain the relevance of the multilateral trade framework in a changing technological and economic environment. Given the lack of an in-depth treatment of these issues in the existing academic literature, it is clearly a highly important contribution and will become compulsory reading for anybody interested in this subject area - academics, policy practitioners and members of the business community alike. Martin Gedult v. Jungenfeld ... Read more

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To what extent do domestic politics affect the agreement reached in an international trade negotiation?In order to address this question, Christopher C. Meyerson develops an approach to analyzing the relationship between domestic politics and international relations in trade policymaking. This approach is used to analyze both American and Japanese trade policymaking and US-Japan trade negotiations, especially during the GATT Uruguay Round agricultural negotiations between 1986 and 1994.
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This digital document is an article from Association Management, published by American Society of Association Executives on July 1, 1994. The length of the article is 2528 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: The Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute launched an aggressive marketing strategy to promote its international trade show after recording declining attendance since 1990. The marketing plan aimed to stimulate international relationships, increase worldwide visibility and boost international attendance at PACK EXPO 92. One successful aspect of the marketing strategy was the holding of a preview event in advance of the trade show to increase international editorial coverage. As a result of these and other measures, PACK EXPO 92 was a highly successful event.

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Title: Building bridges abroad. (how to revive international interest in US trade shows)
Author: Bonnie E. Kilduff
Publication: Association Management (Magazine/Journal)
Date: July 1, 1994
Publisher: American Society of Association Executives
Volume: v46Issue: n7Page: p52(5)

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This report focuses on the international trade in terrestrial fauna, largely excluding trade in illegal plants, including timber, and fish. ... Read more

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This pamphlet tries to set forth some of the main facts on imports and exports, as shown by past experience, and how they have been related to farm prosperity. Other pamphlets which will be released later will discuss the various policies which the United States might adopt toward foreign trade after the war, and the advantages and disadvantages of various alternative policies. ... Read more

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The Residential Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing Industry report contains the most recent data and analysis on the industry's key financial data, cost and pricing, competitive landscape, industry structure. Also updated are the latest trade, shipment, and inventory data through July 2010. This latest September update provides the data necessary to make informed forecasts and business planning after the recent seasonal changes in output.

In 2009, the value of imported products within this industry into the U.S. has been relatively high, at approximately 60% of U.S. production.Because of this reliance on imports, the report covers the foreign trade statistics including the top 25 countries the U.S. imports from and their respective import values.

This 162-page report includes the most recent information on the domestic market, global market and overseas growth opportunities. This report provides the most current data available, such as shipments, inventory and trade data through the first half of 2010, and sophisticated forecasts up to 2014 accounting for the affects of the recent economic recession.Industry analysts consider this report the most comprehensive and consistently updated guide to the industry.

In this report, you will find industry data on the following major categories:

Executive Summary

• Quick Industry Statistics: 2-page overview for the CEO on the run
• Supply & Demand with Capacity Utilization
• 2010-2014 Forecast

Industry Income Statement

• All relevant financial data including: Revenue, Cost of Materials, Labor Costs, Gross Profit, SG&A, Net Income, etc.
• 4-year Financials Comparison and Trends

Industry Balance Sheet

• Traditional key elements of Assets, Liabilities, and Equity
• Inventory fabrication stages
• Calculated balance sheet ratios

Capital Expenditure

• Plant additions and expansions
• Computer and IT investments
• Machinery and Equipment for production and material handling

Industry Cost Analysis

• Upstream Industries and the cost allocations towards producer, wholesale, retail, and freight
• Materials and their percentage share of total material costs

Industry Pricing Analysis

• Producer Pricing Indices at industry, wholesale, and retail levels for comparison and trend forecasting
• Pricing Distribution among Downstream Industries differentiated at producer, wholesale, retail, and freight categories

Industry Foreign Trade

• Detailed Import/Export Data by commodities and by countries
• Mode of Shipment and insurance and freight costs

Industry Structure

• Labor and Compensation Structure: productivity indices, hourly wages, production hours, output index, HR structure
• Establishments: Trends, Employee Statistics, State by State numbers
• Valued added statistics: industry GDP contribution

Competitive Landscape

• Industry Concentration: HHI, number of companies, size distributions, market shares
• Major Players: company profiles and market size ranges

Definition & Classification

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing fixed or portable residential electric lighting fixtures and lamp shades of metal, paper, or textiles. Residential electric lighting fixtures include those for use both inside and outside the residence. This 6-digit NAICS industry (335121) is under the hierarchy of Lighting Fixture Manufacturing Industry (33512), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing Industry Group (3351), Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing Subsector (335), and the Manufacturing Sector (31-33). Its SIC equivalent codes are: 3645 - Residential Electric Lighting Fixtures; and 3999 - Manufacturing Industries, NEC (lamp shades of paper or textile).

Revenue, Profitability & Foreign Trade Preview

The industry's revenue for the year 2009 was approximately $2.2 billion USD, with an estimated gross profit of 36.2%. Import was valued at $1.4 billion USD from 65 countries. The industry also exported $170.5 million USD worth of merchandise to 114 countries. Adding import value to and subtracting export value from the industry's shipment value, the total domestic demand for the industry in 2009 was $3.5 billion USD.

Report Summary

This 162-page report contains unparalleled industry market research in breadth and depth, providing a comprehensive view of the industry within the context of the overall manufacturing economy. The report’s supply and demand data covers U.S. shipments and international trade while also considering the industry's capacity utilization.The industry level income statements, balance sheets, and capital expenditure analysis contain all the necessary data for financial benchmarking.In the cost analysis section, 50 upstream industries are analyzed to offer insight into the supply chain cost structure.For the channel and pricing structure, 96 downstream industries are analyzed.The competitive landscape section reports on the number of firms and their industry revenue share, market concentration, and a list of major players.Related trade associations, industry standards, and trade publications are also listed.

Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, manufacturers, international top consulting firms, major retailers and wholesalers, professional trade associations, financial corporations, universities, governmental entities, start-ups and individuals. We are committed to providing the highest level of quality to all our clients and assure your satisfaction in the report delivering as promised.

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The Motor Vehicle Brake System Manufacturing Industry report contains the most recent data and analysis on the industry's key financial data, cost and pricing, competitive landscape, industry structure. Also updated are the latest trade, shipment, and inventory data through July 2010. This latest September update provides the data necessary to make informed forecasts and business planning after the recent seasonal changes in output.

In 2009, the value of imported products within this industry into the U.S. has been relatively high, at approximately 50% of U.S. production.Because of this reliance on imports, the report covers the foreign trade statistics including the top 25 countries the U.S. imports from and their respective import values.

This 173-page report includes the most recent information on the domestic market, global market and overseas growth opportunities. This report provides the most current data available, such as shipments, inventory and trade data through the first half of 2010, and sophisticated forecasts up to 2014 accounting for the affects of the recent economic recession.Industry analysts consider this report the most comprehensive and consistently updated guide to the industry.

In this report, you will find industry data on the following major categories:

Executive Summary

• Quick Industry Statistics: 2-page overview for the CEO on the run
• Supply & Demand with Capacity Utilization
• 2010-2014 Forecast

Industry Income Statement

• All relevant financial data including: Revenue, Cost of Materials, Labor Costs, Gross Profit, SG&A, Net Income, etc.
• 4-year Financials Comparison and Trends

Industry Balance Sheet

• Traditional key elements of Assets, Liabilities, and Equity
• Inventory fabrication stages
• Calculated balance sheet ratios

Capital Expenditure

• Plant additions and expansions
• Computer and IT investments
• Machinery and Equipment for production and material handling

Industry Cost Analysis

• Upstream Industries and the cost allocations towards producer, wholesale, retail, and freight
• Materials and their percentage share of total material costs

Industry Pricing Analysis

• Producer Pricing Indices at industry, wholesale, and retail levels for comparison and trend forecasting
• Pricing Distribution among Downstream Industries differentiated at producer, wholesale, retail, and freight categories

Industry Foreign Trade

• Detailed Import/Export Data by commodities and by countries
• Mode of Shipment and insurance and freight costs

Industry Structure

• Labor and Compensation Structure: productivity indices, hourly wages, production hours, output index, HR structure
• Establishments: Trends, Employee Statistics, State by State numbers
• Valued added statistics: industry GDP contribution

Competitive Landscape

• Industry Concentration: HHI, number of companies, size distributions, market shares
• Major Players: company profiles and market size ranges

Definition & Classification

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing and/or rebuilding motor vehicle brake systems and related components. This 6-digit NAICS industry (336340) is under the hierarchy of Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Industry Group (3363), Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Subsector (336), and the Manufacturing Sector (31-33). Its SIC equivalent codes are: 3292 - Asbestos Products (asbestos brake linings and pads); and 3714 - Motor Vehicle Parts and Accessories (brake and brake systems, including assemblies).

Revenue, Profitability & Foreign Trade Preview

The industry's revenue for the year 2009 was approximately $7.2 billion USD, with an estimated gross profit of 24.25%. Import was valued at $3.3 billion USD from 66 countries. The industry also exported $1.7 billion USD worth of merchandise to 135 countries. Adding import value to and subtracting export value from the industry's shipment value, the total domestic demand for the industry in 2009 was $8.8 billion USD.

Report Summary

This 173-page report contains unparalleled industry market research in breadth and depth, providing a comprehensive view of the industry within the context of the overall manufacturing economy. The report’s supply and demand data covers U.S. shipments and international trade while also considering the industry's capacity utilization.The industry level income statements, balance sheets, and capital expenditure analysis contain all the necessary data for financial benchmarking.In the cost analysis section, 125 upstream industries are analyzed to offer insight into the supply chain cost structure.For the channel and pricing structure, 348 downstream industries are analyzed.The competitive landscape section reports on the number of firms and their industry revenue share, market concentration, and a list of major players.Related trade associations, industry standards, and trade publications are also listed.

Our clients include Fortune 500 companies, manufacturers, international top consulting firms, major retailers and wholesalers, professional trade associations, financial corporations, universities, governmental entities, start-ups and individuals. We are committed to providing the highest level of quality to all our clients and assure your satisfaction in the report delivering as promised.