International Economics - Carnegie Endowment

Mr. Obama Goes to Asia: Defining a Regional Policy

Douglas H. Paal, Michael Pettis, Taiya Smith, Michael Swaine — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0000

Much has been made about President Obama's upcoming trip to Asia as recent events on the continent—continuing uncertainty in North Korea, the violence in Urumqi, and the ongoing fallout in the wake of global recession—indicate that this could be one of the most important trips of his first year in office.

Obama's Trip to Asia: Ask the Expert

Douglas H. Paal, Michael Pettis, Taiya Smith, Michael Swaine — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0000

President Obama will travel to Japan, Singapore, China, and South Korea starting on October 11. Carnegie experts will answer your questions about the possible implications and outcomes of the trip for the U.S. strategic and economic relationship with the region.

The Impact of the Doha Round on Kenya

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0000

The ongoing Doha Round of trade negotiations could improve Kenya’s competitive position in processed food and agriculture, but long-term development requires the strengthening of other economic sectors.

The Twenty Roundtable: Protectionism and the G20

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0000

Although members of G20 refrained from engaging in high-intensity protectionism during the global economic crisis, protectionist sentiment is now intensifying. The G20 leaders need to push for a stronger commitment to open trade.

Commodity Prices Are Staging a Modest Rebound

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:00:00 +0000

Although commodity prices are slowly recovering from their dramatic decline, weak demand growth will moderate the rebound. However, low investment now may establish conditions for another price boom in the longer term.

The Global Recovery Continues to Build

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000

The global recovery is gaining momentum across both economic sectors and geographic regions, providing encouraging evidence that the world economy will post strong growth in the first half of 2010.

Will Credit Market Uncertainties Hamper Recovery?

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Credit markets have strengthened, with risk appetites and credit availability both on the rise. However, trends in unemployment and corporate defaults question the sustainability of such improvements.

The Middle East and North Africa: Exiting the Great Recession?

Masood Ahmed, Jean-Francois Seznec, Marina Ottaway, Uri Dadush — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Climbing oil prices and and a stabilizing world economy have raised the Middle East and North Africa's growth prospects, but the outlook remains fraught with uncertainties.

Jobs Not Likely to Follow Recovery

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Despite recent improvements in the global economy, demand for labor will likely remain weak for a prolonged period, preventing a strong recovery in employment, particularly in the United States and Europe.

China and the International Financial Crisis

Pieter Bottelier — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000

China is emerging from the economic crisis sooner than any other large economy, accelerating its rise as a global leader in the economic and financial arena.

Housing Markets Showing Gradual Improvement

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:00:00 +0000

The housing market’s collapse lay at the center of the financial crisis, but recent improvements in home prices and construction could potentially provide a significant boost to the global economy.

The G20 is Promoted

Uri Dadush — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:00:00 +0000

The G20 has claimed its spot as the world’s leading economic forum. Though it failed to adequately address trade, the group did discuss climate change, signaling a shift from crisis control to a long-term focus.

Evidence of Recovery Accumulates

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:00:00 +0000

As demand indicators continue to improve and manufacturing activity increases, the evidence is mounting that the world economy will return to growth this quarter, despite some persisting weaknesses.

Strategic Asia 2009-10: Economic Meltdown and Geopolitical Stability

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 09:00:00 +0000

The United States must look beyond short-term goals if it hopes to maintain its economic vitality in Asia. Its regional stake will be challenged by China, whose relative rise has been accelerated by its effective response to the global crisis.

The G20 Must Lead

Uri Dadush — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:00:00 +0000

Discussions among leaders from the G20 countries meeting in Pittsburgh this week will focus on the sustainability of the global economic recovery.