GATT and the environment: rules changes to minimize adverse trade and environmental effects

Article Abstract:

The rules for international trade included in GATT do not specifically contain wording to protect the environment, but could be interpreted that way. Those interpretations, if combined with amendments aimed at environmental issues, could guarantee that trade and the environment do not interact adversely. An alternative to consensus among GATT members might be to create a new agreement that any nation could join. The aspects of GATT that lend themselves to pro-environment interpretation are defined.

Environmental law, International

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Cambodia and the GATT

Article Abstract:

When Cambodia passes through the current interim period of rule by the Supreme National Council, GATT membership would be an excellent way to begin the rebuilding of their economy. GATT membership would improve the chances for foreign investment by insuring access to markets, minimize the impact of the lack of membership in one of the Asian economic blocs and grant automatic most-favored nation status. It would also offer pre-negotiated tariffs, dispute resolution channels and technical aid.

International relations, Cambodia

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Trade and environment: reconciling the Montreal Protocol and the GATT

Article Abstract:

The Montreal Protocol was established as an international environmental policy to be implemented along with the trade regulations sanctioned by the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. It prohibits the use of ozone depleting substances and introduces trade restrictions as an inducement for non-parties. This protocol provides for the gradual phase-out of certain controlled chemical substances which have been considered to deplete the ozone layer, including the use of chlorofluorocarbons.

International Affairs, Intnl Environmental Law, General Agreement on Tariffs & Trade, Environmental aspects, Trade policy, Environmental protection, Commercial policy

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