In her speeches, Ambassador Charlene Barshefsky's unparalleled global grasp, sharp sense of humor, and engaging style come into play as she explains the opportunities and complex obstacles associated with the global marketplace, and the powerful geopolitical forces now shaping U.S. economic relations, political alliances and commercial prospects. Drawing on the skills she used to usher China into the WTO, spearhead global agreements in financial services, telecommunications, intellectual property, and cyberspace, and open markets from the countries of Asia, Europe and Latin America, to Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, Ambassador Charlene Barshefsky offers penetrating insights into the evolution of international economics and trade policy, the link between international competition and global conflict, and the economic drivers of peace. Her speeches offer practical advice on how businesses, in this complex environment, can respond to changes in world events, penetrate foreign markets and use trade negotiations to best advantage. And Ambassador Charlene Barshefsky offers audiences of all types unique insight into the domestic and international politics, personalities and policies that influence today's global economy.