What Is Monetary Policy Coordination - The Great Courses

Explore the concept of monetary policy coordination in this 33-minute lecture from The Great Courses. Delve into the reasons behind the coordinated interest rate reduction by multiple countries in October 2008, and understand how the interconnected global economy necessitates unified action from central banks to prevent foreign exchange collapse. Examine topics such as the Prisoners Dilemma Game, Policy Coordination Game, Cooperative Game, and the role of the International Monetary Fund. Gain insights into why coordination in monetary policy is crucial yet fragile in today's interconnected financial world. Presented by Michael K. Salemi, this lecture offers a duty-free import of essential knowledge about international banking and economic cooperation.

Monetary Policy Coordination
Prisoners Dilemma Game
Policy Coordination Game
Cooperative Game
The International Monetary Fund
Coordination is Fragile