Some observations on the dispute settlement system in the World Trade Organization

Article Abstract:

The World Trade Organization's Dispute Resolution Understanding and the GATT each provide for adjudicative and negotiated approaches to dispute resolution, despite the intense focus by most on the adjudicative approach. The aim of the provisions is to make sure member states gets equitable treatment under GATT rules. The basic tenets of the these dispute resolution laws and their application are discussed.

Commercial arbitration, international

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Transparency in government procurement: issues of concern and interest to developing countries

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the concerns which have been expressed by developing countries in relation to the transparency of government procurement policies. The World Trade Organization's rules on transparency are discussed.

Government Purchases, Political aspects, Developing countries, Government purchasing

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Treatment of autonomous liberalization in the WTO new service round: to give credit is to get more

Article Abstract:

An analysis of the negotiating issues involved in developing autonomous liberalization within the World Trade Organization's new service round is presented.

International aspects, Deregulation

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