International Economics at Chatham House produces policy-oriented research and analysis of the challenges facing the 21st century global economy. Chatham House strives to be at the forefront of public debate on international economic issues by anticipating emerging themes and producing research that contributes to the policy process as it happens. 

International Economics maintains links with policy-makers and researchers around the globe to ensure that independent analysis of global economic issues translates into practical and timely policy insight on the challenges facing the world economy today. International Economics frequently holds private briefings with government ministries, parliamentarians, ambassadors and international authorities. The department has held events on the fringe of the IMF Spring Meeting and has liaised with governments of the UK, Korea, and France during their respective G20 presidencies.

Research events are an integral part of the Chatham House research process, bringing together the work of leading scholars, national and international policy-makers and representatives from the corporate. Recent consultations have focused on topics such as the role of the G20 in the global economy, European economic recovery, IMF governance and reform of the international monetary system.

Research

International Economics Research focuses on four themes:

A Changing World Economy and the G20 Framework
Although the G20 has played an important role in facilitating economic policy cooperation following the recent financial crisis, it has yet to be seen whether the group can effectively confront the larger systemic challenges facing the global economy. International Economics is focusing on the future of the G20 and examining its role in the changing global economy.

• The Role of the G20 in Global Economic Governance
• Managing Complexity: Global Economic Interdependencies and International Policy Cooperation

Reform of the International Monetary System
The International Monetary System is in flux - no longer meeting the needs of an increasingly unbalanced global economy, but not yet ready to move beyond the dollar as the world’s reserve currency. International economics is examining the future of the International Monetary System and assessing the prospects for a range of proposed reforms.

Growth of Financial Centres and Financial Integration
As the epicentre of global economic growth continues to shift towards emerging markets, International Economics has embarked on a series of studies into the specific challenges and opportunities facing financial centres in emerging economies. These regionally focussed studies have examined the outlook for both emerging and established financial centres in light of shifting global influence and changing regulatory frameworks.

Contact

For more information please contact Nick Maxwell, Programme and Outreach Manager.