Every business has its own language, lexicon, and lingo, and international trade is no exception. The Dictionary of International Trade is the industry standard. It is the only book that successfully combines detailed explanations of trade, shipping, banking, legal, and economic terms in an easy-to-use reference.

Annotation This excellent reference defines the idiosyncratic terms commonly used in the international trade industry. The second half of the book lists country codes, currencies, the specifications of ocean and air freight containers, the letter of credit process, example trade documents, key words in eight languages, and airport codes. Recommended for anyone working in the import/export business. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Detailed definitions of 3,450 terms used in international trade, banking, shipping, and law.

Defines 4,071 international trade, economic, banking, legal, and shipping terms. Also includes acronyms and abbreviations, an international dialing guide, regional maps of the world, world currencies, weights and measures, and resources for international trade. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Historically relevant terms, not currently in common usage, have been included, as have foreign words and phrases that have become an integral part of our English vocabulary. A wealth of commonly used symbols, acronyms, and abbreviations also serve to make the Dictionary an incomparable desktop reference.

Dictionary of International Trade Law was the first of its kind book, and remains the indispensable reference that students, scholars, and practitioners around the world frequently consult. This Dictionary defines and explains in detail hundreds of terms -- common and uncommon ones -- used in the field, from the 'ACU' and 'CMAA' to 'TIFA' and the 'WCO.' Many entries include organizational charts (e.g., the structure of the new Department of Homeland Security) and tables (e.g., of precedent-setting cases on zeroing). Many entries also provide references for further research. Notably, the Dictionary has two Annexes: Annex A has data on U.S. FTAs, including votes by political party in Congress, on immediate versus deferred duty-free treatment for goods, market access for services, and government procurement thresholds. It also boasts a Note on TPP, which is rich in breadth and depth. Annex B sets out research tools, such as tables on milestones in Chinese history (from early dynasties through modern legal reforms), EU institutions, and U.S. trade statutes. Like the globally acclaimed book, International Trade Law: An Interdisciplinary, Non-Western Textbook, the Dictionary enjoys both legal and non-legal audiences. That is because the Dictionary pays special attention to practical terms and theoretical concepts from international economics and development studies. Among the highlights of the third edition of the Dictionary are: Several dozen brand New and Expansive entries for even more thorough coverage. Updated and expanded material for hundreds of existing entries. Several hundred Suggestions for Further Research, covering materials published up through the first 20 years of the life of the WTO. Compilation, synthesis, and analysis of updated data on every one of America's FTAs, and of every one of Japan's EPAs. Updated historical information about milestones in the economic development of the EU and China. In sum, the 1,500-page Dictionary is the user-friendly tool for students, scholars, and practitioners to navigate through and critically analyze the complex jargon and concepts in trade.

This reference defines the idiosyncratic terms commonly used in the international trade industry. The second half of the book lists country codes, currencies, the specifications of ocean and air freight containers, the letter of credit process, example trade documents, and other key details.

This is an accessible guide to the vocabulary used in trade negotiations. It explains about 2,500 terms and concepts in simple language. Its main emphasis is on the multilateral trading system represented by the agreements under the World Trade Organization (WTO). In addition it covers many of the trade-related activities, outcomes and terms used in other international organizations, such as the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the OECD. The last five years have seen a rapid spread in the formation of free-trade areas in all parts of the world. This dictionary allocates generous space to the vocabulary associated with such agreements. It offers clear explanations, for example, of the concepts used in the administration of preferential rules of origin. Additional areas covered include emerging trade issues and issues based particularly on developing-country concerns.