British Wartime Protectionism and Swiss Trading Companies in Asia during the First World War, in: Past & Present 207 (2010), pp. 181-213. By Christof Dejung and Andreas Zangger

https://www.academia.edu/3777128/British_Wartime_Protectionism_and_Swiss_Trading_Companies_in_Asia_during_the_First_World_War_in_Past_and_Present_207_2010_pp_181_213 This paper examines the impact of British wartime protectionism on Swiss trading companies in Asia during the First World War. It argues that the war catalyzed the politicization of the global economy and transformed international commercial relations by compelling firms to adopt national identities for survival. The study highlights the experiences of Swiss companies that managed to thrive in this challenging environment, emphasizing their roles in international trade despite the pressures of nationalistic policies.