Paying the polluters?

Article Abstract:

Representatives from Canada and 28 other industrial nations have been negotiating terms of the proposed Multilateral Agreement on Investment(MIA). Proponents say the MIA will encourage trade, but critics fear the MIA will hinder the enforcement of environmental regulations.

International aspects, Environmental aspects, International trade, Trade negotiations, Environmental protection, International trade regulation

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The battle to ban land mines; support grows for Canada's crusade

Article Abstract:

Support is growing around the world for the Ottawa Process, a crusade against land mines launched in Canada. Diana, the Princess of Wales, has become a spokesperson for the crusade, and US Pres Bill Clinton is under increasing pressure to support the Canadian plan.

Mines, Military, Military mines

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SLAPP-happy: grassroots protesters say they are being gagged

Article Abstract:

A number of individual citizens and groups have been sued for speaking out against what they consider to be the excesses of corporations. Many of these corporations have filed lawsuits against these protestors. The ethical and legal aspects are discussed.

Analysis, Strategic lawsuits against public participation

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