Monthly Archives: August 2011

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Aug 24

Government Policies Can Help Or Hinder

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

Governments often impose barriers that interfere with trade. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representatives (USTR, www.ustr.gov) defines trade barriers as “government laws, regulations, policies, or practices that either protect domestic products from foreign competition or artificially stimulate exports of … Read More →

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Aug 24

Global Trade Barriers

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

The Office of U.S. Trade Representative’s National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers published annually classifies barriers into ten categories: Import policies that include tariffs and other import charges as well as customs barriers Standards, testing, labeling and certification, … Read More →

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Aug 22

Why Trade Is Good For Your Country and Company

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

It is hard to understand the value of global trade and exports in particular. Exports can determine the level of imports that a country can sustain, affect currency values as well as the fiscal and monetary policies of countries, and … Read More →

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Aug 19

Values and Freedom: Part 2

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Michael Czinkota

A second and even more crucial issue is the value system we use in making choices. There are major differences among what people value around the world. Contrasts include togetherness compared to individuality, cooperation versus competition, modesty next to assertiveness, … Read More →

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