Scenarios about 'trade disputes'
Trade disputes are conflicts between nations or economic blocs over commercial policies, tariffs, subsidies, intellectual property rights, or other economic regulations. Throughout history, these disagreements have often reflected broader geopolitical tensions and power struggles, sometimes escalating into trade wars or even contributing to armed conflicts. In alternate history scenarios, different resolutions to major trade disputes could significantly alter economic development patterns, alliance systems, and the global balance of power.
What If The World Trade Organization Never Existed?
Exploring the alternate timeline where the Uruguay Round negotiations failed, preventing the formation of the World Trade Organization and dramatically altering the course of global trade, economic development, and international relations.