World Trade Law
About This Course
At the end of the course, participants will:
1. Gain an understanding of the emerging world trade disciplines and their impact on countries, equipping students with the knowledge to navigate the evolving legal landscape of international trade;
2. Explore the regulatory framework of international trade, including key concepts such as the economics of trade, bilateral and multilateral trade agreements, and the role of organizations such as the WTO, GATT, and GATS;
3. Analyze trade-related investment issues, anti-dumping disciplines, and subsidies, providing students with insights into the complexities of global trade regulations; and
4. Develop proficiency in the dispute settlement procedures of international trade, enabling students to effectively engage with legal mechanisms for resolving trade disputes.
What You'll Learn
This course will explore the impact of the emerging world trade disciplines on countries and prepare students for a legal landscape which will increasingly require an understanding and appreciation of world trade law. The course will introduce students to the regulatory framework of international trade and will cover the economics of trade, bilateral and multilateral trade agreements, the WTO, GATT and GATS, trade related investment issues, anti-dumping disciplines, the subsidies issue and the dispute settlement procedures. Subject to scheduling constraints, guest speakers from the government agencies and private practice may be invited to share their expertise and experiences.
Entry Requirements
A good Bachelor's or Juris Doctor degree in Law