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A social dimension for transatlantic economic relations

Why does the transatlantic economic relationship need a social dimension, and what institutions could deliver it?

Lance A. Compa and Henning Meyer · Global Policy Institute, London Metropolitan University · July 2010

Abstract

The report places transatlantic economic relations in historical context and argues that their political agenda and institutions are largely dysfunctional. Viewed through industrial relations and real examples from both sides of the Atlantic, it makes the social dimension central to the relationship’s future. It proposes guiding principles for transatlantic trade and a new secretariat as a permanent contact point.

Read the report at Global Policy Institute, London Metropolitan University

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