Populism and Trade

In an age of global populism, open trade policy has become a victim of anti-globalization and economic nationalism. Populism and Trade addresses these concerns by tracing the impact of divisive political tactics in influencing voters to support protectionism and reject trade integration and cooperation. Focusing on the influence of the Trump administration and the Brexit referendum, Kent Jones explains the fragile nature of global trade institutions and argues for the policies needed to save them.