Introduction Tariffs, or taxes imposed on imported goods and services, are one of the oldest tools of international trade policy. While they may appear as a mere economic instrument, tariffs often carry political, strategic, and geopolitical motives. In the modern globalized economy, tariff wars, especially those initiated by the United States, have far-reaching implications beyond…
Introduction Trade wars have emerged as a significant aspect of global economic policy in the 21st century. Unlike conventional warfare, trade wars are economic conflicts between nations, primarily manifested through tariffs, quotas, subsidies, and trade restrictions. These conflicts aim to protect domestic industries, influence foreign policy, or gain strategic advantages in global markets. While some…
The Great Depression was one of the most severe economic downturns in modern history, beginning with the stock market crash of 1929 and lasting throughout the 1930s. It caused massive unemployment, a dramatic decline in global trade, and widespread financial turmoil. This crisis affected every sector of the economy, leading to political instability, social unrest,…