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Q.Describe the subject matter of International Economics.

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International Economics deals with trade between nations — its subject matter includes trade theory, trade policy, balance of payments, foreign exchange and international institutions.

International Economics examines economic transactions between countries. Its main subject matter includes:

  1. Pure theory of international trade: why countries trade, the basis and gains from trade (theories of absolute and comparative cost advantage).
  2. Theory of trade / commercial policy: the effects of tariffs, quotas and other trade barriers, and the case for free trade versus protection.
  3. Balance of payments: recording, causes of disequilibrium and measures to correct a deficit or surplus.
  4. Foreign exchange: determination of exchange rates, exchange-rate systems and convertibility. …

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