The expert contributors cover both traditional and more current concerns including:

• history of thought on trade policy
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• the development of multilateral organizations such as the World Trade Organization
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• border restrictions and subsidies
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• regional trade agreements
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• trade and the environment
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• animal, plant and food safety measures
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• international protection of intellectual property and sanctions.

Presenting a broad and state-of-the-art perspective on the topic, this highly accessible Handbook will prove an invaluable resource to researchers, academics, policymakers and practitioners concerned with international trade policy.