Eight new titles in this popular series engage readers in objective discussions of key global concerns facing the world today. From urbanization to the looming energy crisis, from climate change to emigration, each book examines how present action--or inaction--may affect our future.

Includes index.

Introduction to world trade -- Importance of trade -- Development of trade -- Trade in action -- Mapping world trade -- Issues of trade -- World trade through history -- Working in world trade -- Key trade organizations -- Research a world trade issue -- Test your knowledge.