Mercantilism 方蓉蓉 /06/2015

Mercantilism firstly originated in Britain. It sprouted in the 14 th century, appeared in the 15 th century and achieved great development in the 16 th and 17 th centuries. Mercantilism is bounded by the middle of the 16th century, which divides it into early mercantilism and late mercantilism. Mercantilism accelerated the economic rise of western European countries, having a profound influence on the development of world politics and economy. On the [View] menu, point to [Master], and then click [Slide Master] or [Notes Master]. Change images to the one you like, then it will apply to all the other slides. Introduction

Contents A “zero-sum game” 1 Two forms of the “game” 2 Contrasts with liberalism 3 Contents changed over time 4

A “zero-sum game” 1 Economics is a tool of politics, a basis for political power. 2 The international economy is an arena of conflict between opposing national interests, rather than an area of cooperation and mutual gain. 3 The material wealth accumulated by one state can serve as a basis for military-political power which can be used against other states. the essence of the economic competition between states

Two forms of the “game” Defensive mercantilism “benign”. Economic interests Need not have overly negative effect Economic rivalry between states Aggressive mercantilism “malevolent” Expansionary policies

Economic strength Military- Political power a positive feedback loop

Contrasts with liberalism Liberalism Free trade Open economic exchange Versus(two choice) Military force Territorial expansion Mercantilism More national wealth More military-political power Serve the same end A stronger, more powerful state Japan, the West Germany Example Russia under Communist rule Example A counter-example

An extraordinary situation During the Cold War,western powers put on economic exchange with the Eastern Bloc for military. In most cases, wealth and power can be pursued simultaneously in mutual support.

Contents changed over time A strong, commanding role for the state Industrialize the acquisition of bullion trade and the largest trade surplus Recently in the East Asia Britain obtained a leading role The rise of Netherland 16th-century

More information 德里希 · 李斯特 Alexander Hamilton And more Taiwan, China Japan South Korea

Reference An extraordinary situation Power and interdependence. Robert O. Keohane, Duke University, Joseph S. Nye, Harvard University. Peking University Press Beijing. 论重商主义对世界经济发展的影响. 关庆凡 崔建伟