Sylvia Ostry

About the Author

Sylvia Ostry is a distinguished economist and policy expert renowned for her incisive analyses of international trade and global economic dynamics. With a career spanning decades in academia, government, and international organizations, she has served as a key advisor to Canadian and multilateral bodies, shaping post-war economic policies. Ostry's work bridges complex theoretical frameworks with practical policy implications, offering clarity on the evolving landscape of global commerce. Her book, The Post-Cold War Trading System: Who's on First? (A Century Foundation Book), exemplifies her ability to dissect the uncertainties of the post-Cold War era, questioning leadership and direction in the international trading order. Through her writings, Ostry continues to influence debates on economic governance and multilateral cooperation.