Abstract
This article looks at the controversy over the European Union's New Banana Regime from the perspective of the small countries of the Windward Islands whose economy the industry dominates. It discusses their attempts to increase the industry's competitiveness and the implications this has had for its stability and possible survival. It is particularly interested in the dynamic interplay between the local and international environment, especially in relation to the effect of price fluctuations, arguing that efforts to increase competitiveness have been compromised by lower market prices. It concludes that, rather than increasing the industry's viability, certain elements of the restructuring exercise have aggravated fissures in the local industry which potentially threaten its survival, even in advance of a more open market.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
