Ceasefire in Commerce (Paperback)

Paperback. Ceasefire in Commerce: Strategic Realignment, Economic Stakes, and the Future of Global Commerce by Brandon A. RoserCeasefire in Commerce unveils the riveting saga of the 2025 U.S.-China trade truce, a landmark moment in global economic diplomacy that halted escalating tariffs between two titans of commerce. With unparalleled clarity and sophistication, it dissects the intricate strategies, high-stakes negotiations, and deft political maneuvers that forged this pivotal agreement, offering an indispensable guide to its formation and far-reaching impact.The narrative takes readers inside the mechanics of the truce, from the layered structure of phased tariff adjustments to the implementation of verification and compliance protocols designed to safeguard its terms. It assesses the reshaping of global supply networks, the recalibration of technological rivalry, and the shifts in international market confidence that emerged in its wake.Beyond the immediate economic impacts, the book addresses the broader geopolitical and institutional consequences, including the role of multilateral frameworks in moderating great power competition and the enduring vulnerabilities that threaten the longevity of such accords. The analysis situates the truce within a wider pattern of protectionist resurgence, offering an unflinching view of how trade policy intersects with national security, industrial strategy, and global governance.With its blend of precision, strategic depth, and forward-looking insight, Ceasefire in Commerce equips business leaders, policymakers, and scholars with a definitive resource for understanding and anticipating the complex forces shaping modern trade relations. It is not only a record of a critical diplomatic pause but also a guide to navigating the evolving landscape of economic competition and cooperation in the twenty-first century. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.