Tariffs - Softcover

A Study In Method

 
9781331923350: Tariffs

Synopsis

This book examines the techniques and challenges that accompany the creation and implementation of tariffs. Historically, tariffs have been utilized to bolster domestic industries, influence trade, and bolster government coffers. The author traces the evolution of tariff policy, from simple, often arbitrary rates to the imposition of scientific tariffs. They also consider the emergence of preferential tariffs, customs unions, and the challenges that arise from non-tariff barriers. Written during a period of renewed interest in protectionism, this book provides an accessible and thorough treatment of the topic, valuable to scholars and policymakers alike.

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