Select a developed country that has implemented a tariff, and a developing country that manufactures products that are impacted by that same tariff. The current US and China tariff war cannot be used since these are the two largest economies in the world. Investigate the economic impact of the trade barrier on the developing country and the developed country. Would you recommend that the developed country eliminate the tariff? Explain your reasoning.
Directions:
Discuss the concepts, principles, and theories from your textbook. Cite your textbooks and cite any other sources if appropriate.
Your initial post should address all components of the question with a 500 word limit.
Learning Outcomes
Differentiate the different types of tariff and non-tariff trade barriers.
Judge the welfare effects of tariff trade barriers.
Readings
Required:
Chapter 4 in International Economics
Hoekman, B., & Shepherd, B. (2021). . World Trade Review, 20(1), 115-134. Retrieved from
Recommended:
Chapter 4 PowerPoint slides International Economics
Krist, W. (2023). Chapter 3: Trade Agreements and Economic Theory. Wilson Center. Retrieved October 11, 2023, from