The regulation of trade flows and the regulation of capital flows are the two fundamental components of international economic governance. This course provides both the theoretical tools and the historical knowledge that allow understanding the long-term evolution of national and supranational trade and financial policies. Starting from economic theory, we will first examine the effects of the different policy instruments available to policymakers. On this basis, we will then review and compare how international commercial and monetary regimes emerged and declined over time. Students will therefore acquire a familiarity with the fundamental theories of international economics, as well as the ability to analyse the ongoing evolution of the institutions governing the world economy.
- Enseignant: STEFANO UGOLINI