Moving from theory to policy, these presentations analyze the mechanics of protectionism.

Free Trade Areas, Customs Unions, and Common Markets (e.g., EU, NAFTA/USMCA).

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The year is 2024. Verde Electronics is at a crossroads. The CEO has called an emergency meeting. The company’s flagship product, the "Eco-Therm," is profitable, but a new competitor in Vietnam is selling a similar unit for 20% less. The CEO gives Elena an ultimatum: "Move our manufacturing to Vietnam to cut costs, or we go under."

The first half of the presentation series focuses on why nations trade, who gains from trade, and how government interventions alter these dynamics. 1. Mercantilism to Comparative Advantage