Among the Most Visible and Important Elements of U

question 58

Essay

Among the most visible and important elements of U.S.international economic policy is trade policy.What is the main goal of American trade policy, and what are some of the main organizations and agreements that help America achieve this goal? Why are international trade and the United States' trade deficit some of the most contentious issues in contemporary American politics?

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