In today?s changing political and economic environment, it is increasingly important that companies learn to properly use various trading instruments to protect themselves against price volatility. Since the first successful energy futures ......
In order to do business successfully with Vietnam and other Asian countries, a deep understanding of the trends, problems, and developments currently arising there is important. Thoroughly researched by experts in the areas, this book provides ......
This paper focuses on the accession process for new WTO membership. The basic premise is that the commitments demanded are too onerous for new members. It argues that the whole process is fundamentally flawed and, in fact, forces applicant ......
This investment guide contains basic information on economy, business, export-import and investment climate, opportunities and regulations. Provides strategic information on economy, industrial development, banking, and government. Includes ......
This book examines the effects of globalization at the local level within our everyday lives. Rather than seeing the city as a conurbation, a location of economic activity or in terms of governance and administration, Czarniawska explores the ......
In "States Against Markets" the contributors challenge the perceived threat of the lowering of national borders and greater codependence to the nation-state. They examine the fundamental issues of competitiveness and market power, including a ......
This outstanding volume examines the importance and usefulness of metaphors as a way of understanding national cultures. The research translations include not only limited empirical studies in which specific hypothesis are tested, but also ......