Traders, Informal Trade and Markets between the Caucasus and China

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Focusing on the economic practices of traders from the Caucasus and China, the book explores their operations in local bazaars in Tbilisi and Beijing. It delves into their motivations, socio-cultural backgrounds, and work environments, highlighting their interactions and the informal economic practices that characterize the post-Soviet periphery. By examining these dynamics, the book contributes to discussions on "globalization from below," offering a detailed understanding of how bazaar traders navigate local and global contexts, markets, and supply chains.