Ruling the Waves. The Political Economy of International of Internanional Shipping Управляя волнами. Политическая экономия международного судоходства

Издание на английском языке
The book describes the development and transformation of global maritime trade regimes, analyzing the historical and theoretical aspects of international maritime relations. It examines the evolution of the maritime system in the context of the crisis of hegemony, and the role of various concepts - from mercantilism and liberty to imperialism - in shaping international maritime rules. Particular attention is paid to the creation of the Atlantic regime, the issues of flags of convenience and the activities of container lines, as well as the maritime policies of the United States and the European Union. Challenges to the old regime, including UN initiatives and the struggle for control over trade routes, are analyzed, as well as prospects for the development of international maritime structures. The book presents key ideas about the future of global maritime trade and discusses new trends, such as the use of flags of convenience. This comprehensive study is intended for specialists in international relations, maritime law and economics, interested in the history and contemporary challenges of the global shipping industry.

Content
List of Tables and Figures
Acknowledgments
List of Abbreviations
Introduction
Part one: Global Shipping Regimes: Theory and History
1. The Crisis of Hegemonic Decline
2. International Maritime Relations: Mercantilism, Freedom, Imperialism
Part two: The Atlantic Order
3. The Creation of an Atlantic Regime
4. The Bulk/Raw Materials Sector: The Flag of Convenience Issue
5. The Liner Sector
Part three: The Challenge to the Old Regime
6. The UNCTAD Code of Conduct for Liner Conferences
7. United States Shipping Policy: State Power and Cartels
8. European Community Shipping Policy: Europe vs. America
9. The Future of International Liner Shipping
10. Flags of Convenience: The New Assault
Conclusion
Selected Bibliography
Index