The handbook details the procedures for governments to join the World Trade Organization (WTO). It outlines the steps involved in the accession process, providing insights into the requirements and commitments necessary for membership. This resource serves as a guide for countries seeking to navigate the complexities of becoming a WTO member, highlighting the importance of trade agreements and international cooperation.
Focusing on the practical aspects of the GATS Agreement, this handbook provides insights into its operational framework. It serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the intricacies and implications of the agreement, making it an essential resource for those looking to navigate international trade in services effectively.
This collection features the official WTO Dispute Settlement Reports for 2008, providing detailed accounts of various trade disputes and rulings. It serves as a crucial resource for understanding international trade law and the workings of the World Trade Organization. Each case is meticulously documented, offering insights into the legal arguments, decisions, and implications for global trade relations. This volume is essential for legal scholars, trade professionals, and policymakers interested in the evolution of trade disputes and resolutions during that year.
Trade and Public Policies: A Closer Look at Non-Tariff Measures in the 21st Century
'The World Trade Report 2012' ventures beyond tariffs to examine other policy measures that can affect trade.
World Tariff Profiles provides invaluable information on market access. The listing of the tariffs imposed by each WTO member on its imports is complemented with an analysis of the market access conditions it faces in its major export markets. The publication provides a comprehensive picture of tariffs. Presented in a handy format, it offers both summary tables and country-by-country breakdowns, with one page devoted to each country. The standardized presentation allows for analyses and comparisons between countries and sectors and between bound and applied duties for WTO members. This joint publication of the World Trade Organization (WTO), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the International Trade Centre (ITC) is aimed at both specialists and non-specialists alik
Trade Profiles provides a country-by-country breakdown of trade flows and trade policy measures for WTO members and countries seeking to join the WTO. With information provided in a standardised format for each country, this publication is an invaluable quick reference tool for anyone looking for essential trade statistics. The data provided for each country includes basic economic indicators (such as GDP), trade policy indicators (such as tariffs and import duties), merchandise trade flows (broken down by broad product categories and major origins and destinations), commercial trade flows (with a breakdown by major components) and industrial property indicators (such as annual number of patents granted). Presented in a handy format, with one page devoted to each country, Trade Profiles offers a concise overview of global trade.
International Trade Statistics is the Number One source for data on world trade. Detailed tables provide comprehensive statistics on the world's leading exporters and importers, with information broken down by region and by country. Trade statistics are also provided by product and by commercial services. With data dating back to 1948, this publication provides unparalleled insights into the trends for world trade over the past six decades. Hundreds of statistical tables and highlight sections illustrating some of the key trends help to make International Trade Statistics an invaluable reference tool for businesses, analysts and anyone wanting to know more about international trade.
The collection features authorized WTO Dispute Settlement Reports from 2015, presenting a comprehensive overview of significant legal cases from that year. Each report is meticulously paginated and provides detailed insights into the rulings and implications of various disputes within international trade law. This volume serves as an essential resource for legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in understanding the complexities of WTO dispute resolution and its impact on global trade dynamics.
Focusing on the economic shifts in Asia, this book examines historical trade adjustments and the lessons derived from them. It highlights the challenges and strategies faced by various countries in adapting to global trade dynamics. By analyzing past experiences, the authors provide insights into effective policy measures and frameworks that can guide future trade adjustments. The work serves as a valuable resource for policymakers and scholars interested in understanding the intricacies of trade-related transformations in the Asian context.
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The book presents the officially certified text of the Protocol of Accession, detailing the terms and commitments negotiated by China for its entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO). It serves as a crucial document for understanding the implications of China's integration into the global trading system, outlining the obligations and concessions made by China in the context of international trade law. This text is essential for scholars, policymakers, and anyone interested in the dynamics of global trade relations.