The goal of the course is to familiarize the students with the main issues of the theory of international economics /trade theory, international trade policy, international finance as well as international cooperation in the fields like energy, environmental protection, global health and reduction of poverty. The main topics include: international trade and investments theory; the balance of payments; nominal and real exchange rates; international financial crisis and its implications; global problems; climate change and environmental protection; development of poverty in the modern world.