World Trade Organization (WTO)
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Are we witnessing the end of our multilateral system of international trade? Professor Geneviève Dufour traces the origins of our multilateral trade system, which has been damaged by the “chaos” created by the Trump administration’s trade policies. Despite the imperfections of this system, she argues in favour of maintaining it – and improving it.
Legal or illegal, the tariffs imposed by the United States on Canadian products, including steel, aluminum and softwood lumber? Professor Geneviève Dufour, an expert in international trade, explores the concepts of tariffs and tariff schedules in light of the rules of the World Trade Organization and free trade agreements.
The experts gathered under the “Rethinking WTO Dispute Settlement” initiative at uOttawa have highlighted the critical need to adjust the WTO’s dispute settlement mechanisms in response to the evolutions of global trade. This visual post presents a summary of their contributions and offers reflections on future directions, encouraging a renewal of commitment and increased cooperation in the adjudication of international trade disputes. The experts outline a vision for a strengthened and flexible international commercial governance system, capable of navigating the complexities of global trade.
The dispute resolution system, which was once considered the “Crown Jewel” of the WTO, is no longer functioning. Professor Joanna Langille offers an insightful analysis into how and why this critical mechanism has ceased to function effectively. She delves into the reasons behind its paralysis.
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