Trading Blocs, U.s. Exports, And World Trade [Hardcover]

This book points out that although the total trade volume of the blocs that involve less-developed countries (LDCs) has increased, this is due at least as much to a particular bloc-member's economic growth as it is a result of the trading bloc.1. Trading Blocs: Their Impact on U.S. Exports and World Trade 2. Direct Investment in Manufacturing in Trading Blocs 3. Licensing Agreements 4. Varied Effectiveness of Trading BlocsPast and FutureThis book points out that although the total trade volume of the blocs that involve less-developed countries (LDCs) has increased, this is due at least as much to a particular bloc-member's economic growth as it is a result of the trading bloc.USCopyright ? 1980 by The Center for Strategic and International Studies