Globalization and Nationalism: Echoes from History

This chapter explores the complexities of globalization during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, contrasting the golden age narrative with emerging protectionism and imperial competition. It highlights the dual narratives of economic nationalism and free trade leading up to World War I, providing parallels to contemporary political rhetoric, particularly from the Trump administration. The discussion underscores the historical influence of protectionist policies on modern trade ideologies and the ongoing tension between dominant economic powers and emerging nations.

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