International Economics at Chatham House produces policy-oriented research and analysis of the challenges facing the global economy. The department works with policy-makers and researchers around the globe to ensure that its independent analysis of global issues translates into practical and timely policy insight.

China's Rise
Risks to the continuation of China's economic modernization include two traps: complacency and conflict, says this paper. These risks may become increasingly difficult to manage without enforcing governmental accountability. Read.

Eurozone Crisis
Chatham House experts comment on the Eurozone's financial crisis and the spillover effects on the global economy. Plus, events with Christine Lagarde, George Osborne, Jens Weidmann, and Wolfgang Schäuble. More. 

Internationalizing the Renminbi 

Offshore centres such as Hong Kong and offshore hubs such as London and Singapore are both essential to China's RMB strategy. They are the 'connecting dots' in the expanding RMB offshore market, says this new paper. Read.

Research Themes

• A Changing World Economy and the G20 Framework

• Reform of the International Monetary System: 
  The Role of Gold
  China's Renminbi Strategy 

• Growth of Financial Centres in China

• International Competitiveness and Growth:
  The World's Industrial Transformation
  Shifting Competitive Advantage in the Changing Global Economy
  Ageing and Saving