European Economic Integration as a Challenge to Industry and Government: Contemporary and Historical Perspectives on International Economic Dynamics

by Richard Tilly (Editor), Paul J.J. Welfens (Editor)

Overview

The EU Single Market and the opening up of Eastern Europe offer a chance to create a truly pan-European market economy. In this respect, many lessons can be learned from early 20th-century developments in Europe. Bearing this in mind, the authors analyze the fragility of international trade, financial investment and foreign relations in and across Europe, from both a contemporary and historical perspective. In a period of increased migration and higher capital mobility, the major OECD countries are faced with such issues as monetary integration, the role of banks and the requirement for structural adjustment. Even more complex is the integration of Russia. Policymakers and the business community alike are presented simultaneously with unique opportunities and unique challenges - with old and new pitfalls looming.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783642800160
Publisher:	Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Publication date:	12/08/2011
Edition description:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1996
Pages:	558
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.05(d)

Table of Contents

Contents: European Economic Integration: Did it Matter in the Past, Will it Matter in the Future?- European Economic Integration: Employment, Unemployment and Migration.- The EU Facing Economic Opening-Up in Eastern Europe: Problems, Issues and Policy Options.- Protectionism in Europe before 1939.- Structural Adjustment and Growth Policies in Europe: Competition and/or Cooperation?- International Capital Flows and Political Transition in Europe: Historical Perspectives.- Germany's Changing Competitive Position in World Markets: Required Policy Shifts.- Financial Regulation and the Bank's Role in European Economies.- Sterling in Decline Again: The 1931 and 1992 Crises Compared.- Banks and Industry: Lessons From History?- Banks and Industry in Anglo-German Perspective.- Russia and Europe: Lessons from the Pre-Command Era.- External Liberalization in a Large Country: The Contribution to the Transition Process in Russia.