Global Trade

Since 2014, international monetary agencies have been issuing warnings to a small group of finance ministers, banks, and private equity funds: The US government's cowardly choices not to prosecute J.P. Morgan and its ilk and to bloat the economy with a $4 trillion injection of easy credit are driving us headlong toward a cliff. As Rickards shows in this frightening, meticulously researched book, governments around the world have no compunction about conspiring against their citizens.

Rethinking Trade calls for a bold overhaul of the global trade system to make it just, inclusive, and sustainable. It critiques outdated structures rooted in post–World War II institutions and proposes a new architecture grounded in equity, climate action, and digital access. The book outlines reforms like a multipolar currency system, tiered trade rules for development equity, enforceable labor and climate standards, democratized dispute resolution, and the use of emerging technologies for transparency and inclusion.

Two years after he rose to the presidency, former General, Steve Hatten, begins unfolding his plan for world domination. Not in a threatening and outright manner, but through a malevolent plan centered in subterfuge.With each unfolding of his machinations, the world powers turn on each other and President Hatten sits the United States on the sidelines, waiting to pick up the pieces in the aftermath. Unbeknownst to him, there is another ambiguous entity in play to foil him, one that he knew well in his old nemesis Pablo Manual...only this time, it’s his son returning to avenge the father ...

Unlock the secrets to thriving in the dynamic world of international energy trade with "Navigating International Markets". This essential eBook offers an in-depth exploration of the global oil and gas industry, providing valuable insights for anyone looking to understand and succeed in this complex sector. Begin your journey with a comprehensive introduction to the global oil and gas market. Delve into the historical context and discover the pivotal role oil and gas play in the global economy today. As you traverse key international markets, gain a robust understanding of market structures,...

Just as Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations did for the world of food, Dopeworld is an intoxicating journey into the world of drugs. From the cocaine farms in South America to the streets of Manila, Dopeworld traces the emergence of psychoactive substances and our intimate relationship with them. As a former drug dealer turned subversive scholar, with unparalleled access to drug lords, cartel leaders, street dealers, and government officials, journalist Niko Vorobyov attempts to shine a light on the dark underbelly of the drug world.

Unlock the mysteries of thriving economies with "Understanding Economic Cycles," your essential guide to the ebb and flow of financial prosperity. This comprehensive eBook delves into the rhythmic dance of economic booms, demystifying the forces that propel growth and the delicate balance required to sustain it. Begin your journey with an insightful exploration of economic booms by understanding their defining characteristics and historical significance. Discover why comprehension of these phenomena is crucial for anyone eager to navigate the ever-shifting landscape of global markets. As ...

We may think of "globalism" as a recent development but its origins date back to the fifteenth century and beyond, when seafarers pioneered routes across the oceans with the objectives of exploration, trade, and profit. These voyages only became possible after certain technical innovations—improvements in ship design, compasses, and mapping—enabled navigation across unprecedented distances.

Here eminent food historian Jeffrey M. Pilcher narrates the brewing traditions and contemporary production of beer across Europe, North America, Africa, Asia, and Latin America—from the fermented beverages of precapitalist societies to the present. Unique local products, often homebrewed by women, were transformed into homogenous global commodities as giant brewing factories exported their beers using new refrigeration technology, railroads, and steamships.

Trump in America, Brexit in the UK, anti-EU parties in Italy, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Austria, Poland, and Hungary, and nativist or authoritarian leaders in Turkey, Russia, India, and China - why has nationalism suddenly returned with a vengeance? Is the world headed back to the fractious conflicts between nations that led to world wars and depression in the early 20th Century? Why are nationalists so angry about free trade and immigration? Why has globalization become a dirty word?

Are you tired of making mistakes, earning less, or not hitting your daily or monthly targets because of employing average techniques? Are you ready to take your game a notch higher and learn new advanced strategies, secrets, and tips to improve your winning probability and make more money? If so, you’ve come to the right place.

Seldom has an event in the world had such a pervasive and all-encompassing effect as the brutal terrorist attacks on New York and Washington in September, 2001. Has our world become a different place as a result? If so, in what ways? Along with the tragic aspects, what might this “global nightmare” have to give us, the human inhabitants of this world? What is there for us to acknowledge and what old and new wounds have been opened? Beyond the obvious scars, what sort of a legacy has it left behind? These big questions and many more face us now in the aftermath. In this book, the highly ...

In The Age of Intoxication, Benjamin Breen offers a window into a time when drugs were not yet separated into categories - illicit and licit, recreational and medicinal, modern and traditional - and there was no barrier between the drug dealer and the pharmacist.

"Global Reach: Building a Successful B2B Business" is an essential guide for entrepreneurs and business leaders aiming to expand their operations into the international market, with a special focus on businesses based in France. This comprehensive book navigates through the complexities of establishing and growing a Business-to-Business (B2B) company on a global scale, offering a wealth of practical insights, strategies, and actionable steps. Beginning with a detailed outline of the global B2B landscape, the book delves into the advantages of starting a B2B enterprise in France, ...

It is time to get your money working for you. How to Own the World explains why you can, and must, learn about investment and highlights the significant advantages you have over many finance professionals. This is both a personal finance audiobook and a personal development audibobook; by safeguarding your future wealth you are safeguarding your long-term health and happiness.

"THE KNIGHTS OF ST. MULUMBA: An In-Depth Exploration of Faith, Tradition, and Influence" Unlock the Mysteries of One of the Catholic Church’s Most Influential Lay Organizations! Are you intrigued by the sacred traditions, powerful rituals, and deep history of the Catholic Church? Have you ever wondered about the inner workings of the Knights of St. Mulumba, one of the most secretive yet impactful lay organizations within the Church? In this in-depth exploration, "THE KNIGHTS OF ST. MULUMBA: An In-Depth Exploration of Faith, Tradition, and Influence", you will be taken on a transformative ...

On May 6, 2010, financial markets around the world tumbled simultaneously and without warning. In the span of five minutes, a trillion dollars of valuation was lost. The Flash Crash, as it became known, represented the fastest drop in market history. When share values rebounded less than half an hour later, experts around the globe were left perplexed. What had they just witnessed? Navinder Singh Sarao hardly seemed like a man who would shake the world's financial markets to their core.

Most global citizens are well aware of the explosive growth of the Chinese economy. Indeed, China has famously become the "workshop of the world." Yet, while China watchers have shed much light on the country's internal dynamics - China's politics, its vast social changes, and its economic development - few have focused on how this increasingly powerful nation has become more active and assertive throughout the world.

Dive into the riveting world of "Financial Arsenal," an enlightening new eBook that journeys through the complexities of economic warfare and its global impact. It's a captivating exploration that unearths insights into the machinations of financial systems intertwined with geopolitical strategies. This enlightening read is guaranteed to reshape your understanding of money, markets, and the forces that move them in the 21st Century. Our journey starts with an engaging introduction to the definition and brief history of economic warfare its purpose, its effects, and the importance of ...

Introducing the ultimate guide "Cryptocurrency Compliance." This book will unravel the intricate web of rules and regulations that underpin the dynamic field of cryptocurrencies. Whether you are a budding investor, a blockchain enthusiast or a professional navigating the complex world of digital currencies, this comprehensive handbook will become your go-to resource. Be introduced to the essentials of cryptocurrency regulation, understand how to comply, and also why it’s so crucial in the initial chapters. Then, the book embarks on a global journey, detailing cryptocurrency regulation ...

The downloadable audiobook edition of Andrew Feinstein's powerful exposé, The Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade, complete and unabridged and read by the actor Gildart Jackson.