International Trade Regulation

The international trade regulatory system is a dynamic system that has been evolving throughout its history. This book examines the evolving dynamics in international trade regulation from the conclusion of GATT in 1947 to the current crisis facing the WTO.

Autorentext

Zhiqiong June Wang is Associate Professor at the School of Law, Western Sydney University, Australia.

Jianfu Chen is Emeritus Professor at La Trobe University and Honorary Professorial Fellow at Melbourne University, Australia.

Inhalt

Introduction. 1. Freer Trade: GATT/WTO and the Foundation of Post-War International Economic Order 2. Fairer Trade: Developing Countries and the NIEO 3. Regional Trade Agreements: Complementary or Geopolitical 4. Geopolitical and Geo-Economic Manoeuvring: The Rise of China 5. Against the Law of the Jungle: The Need for Efficient, Effective and Impartial Dispute Resolution. Conclusion.