This textbook offers an up-to-date analysis of global political economy and is intended for students and professionals within this field. It addresses fundamental transformations in global political and economic relationships and combines various theories and methods for a deep understanding of current issues.
The text discusses four major developments: the revision of the liberal international order, the rise of the Anthropocene, technological progress from the fourth industrial revolution, and the growing influence of identity politics. Topics such as energy dependence, inequality, the commercialization of personal data, and platform economies are covered in depth.
The book emphasizes the importance of a global perspective and integrates insights from diverse geographic and intellectual traditions. This results in a multifaceted view of global political economy, with attention to the changing and complex nature of the field.
Global Political Economy is an indispensable reference work that invites critical reflection and discussion on current developments within global political economy.