The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
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Author Description
Ian Taylor and Karen Smith present a much-needed and full examination of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), covering its history and current activities. All the key areas are covered by accessibly written chapters, including: an overview of UNCTAD: what it is, why it was formed and why it is important how the organization operates today: what it does and how it does it key criticisms made against the organization: is it relevant in today’s world? emerging issues within the organization and its future direction. In the current era of globalization and what appears to be the dominance of neo-liberal economic thought, UNCTAD has sought to make itself germane to ongoing international debates. The implications of this for the organization’s key remit, namely making the world a fairer place, are something that this book unpacks.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the historical evolution, operational framework, and ongoing relevance of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) within the context of contemporary global economic structures. Authors Ian Taylor and Karen Manners Smith utilize their expertise in international political economy to analyze how UNCTAD navigates the dominance of neo-liberal thought while attempting to fulfill its mandate of promoting equitable global trade. The text provides a critical assessment of the organization's institutional challenges and its strategic efforts to remain influential in modern international debates.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A comprehensive historical overview of the origins and foundational purpose of UNCTAD.
- An analysis of the organization's current operational methodologies and internal structure.
- A critical examination of common arguments regarding the organization's relevance in a globalized economy.
- An exploration of emerging issues and the future trajectory of the institution.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and students of international relations frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the specific role of UNCTAD within the broader UN system. Readers often note the clarity of the prose, which makes complex institutional and economic concepts accessible to those new to the subject matter.
Page Count:
138
Publication Date:
2007-01-01
Publisher:
Routledge
ISBN-10:
0203029771
ISBN-13:
9780203029770
Economics
History
International relations
United Nations
Globalization
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