Updating ERC Panel Structure for 2024 Calls: Rationale and Main Changes
The European Research Council will revise its panel structure for the 2024 calls to enhance coherence, focus on frontier research, and appreciate interdisciplinarity. The main principles reflect the overarching evaluation policy of the ERC, ensuring a forward-looking approach that evolves with the c
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Understanding China's Economic Growth and Trade Policy Shifts
Explore the impact of China's growth trajectory, the China Shock phenomenon, and its entry into the WTO in 2001. Discover how economic policies and trade reforms contributed to China's export growth and overall economic development.
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Challenges of EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation in Public Procurement
The EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) imposes EU State aid rules on foreign vendors in EU Member States, creating disclosure requirements and review processes. This regulation poses administrative burdens and strategic challenges for vendors, particularly impacting EU-based vendors purchasing fr
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Understanding Export Policies in Economics
Explore the various types and reasons behind export policies, including bans, taxes, and subsidies. Delve into the economic analysis and empirics of export restrictions and recent uses in the global trade landscape. Discover the prevalence of export taxes and their concentration on specific products
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Sustainable Development as Fundamental Pillar of Global Economic Governance Reform
The need for reform in global economic governance is emphasized for achieving sustainable and shared growth. Key issues include debt burden reduction, sustainable finance increase, and international trade system improvement. International commitments on human rights and sustainable development are n
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WTO Ratifications and Notifications Update February 2020
The WTO Secretariat shared good news on the implementation of Trade Facilitation Agreement commitments by developing members. Significant progress was reported, with several countries achieving full implementation. Additionally, 18 LDC members have provided indicative dates for their commitments ahe
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WTO Ratifications and Notifications Update April 2021
Update from WTO Secretariat on ratifications, notifications, and deadlines. Information on ratifications and notifications status for various countries and entities, including the European Union. Details on upcoming notification deadlines for LDC members and notification requirements yet to be submi
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Overview of the World Trade Organization (WTO)
The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an intergovernmental organization established in 1995 to regulate international trade among nations, replacing the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). It deals with trade in goods, services, and intellectual property, aiming to create trade agreements
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Features of an Appropriate Capital Structure and Optimum Capital Structure
While developing a suitable capital structure, the financial manager aims to maximize the long-term market price of equity shares. An appropriate capital structure should focus on maximizing returns to shareholders, minimizing financial insolvency risk, maintaining flexibility, ensuring the company
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Asia-Pacific Legal Metrology Forum (APLMF) Activities Report 2022
Asia-Pacific Legal Metrology Forum (APLMF) is focused on supporting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) goals through the development of legal metrology and promotion of free trade. In 2022, APLMF activities are conducted using the Zoom platform, with a pilot eLearning module for Non-automa
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Enhancing TBT Compliance in New Zealand
New Zealand faces challenges in coordinating technical barriers to trade (TBT) obligations due to the absence of a formal structure. This overview highlights the country's regulatory context, population statistics, and strategies for meeting international TBT requirements. The TBT User Guide provide
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Understanding Anti-Dumping Measures in International Trade Law
Exploring the concept of unfair trade practices, particularly focusing on dumping in international trade, including its definition, calculation methods, and anti-dumping policies. The discussion delves into the legal framework provided by the WTO agreements and the implications of dumping on domesti
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Understanding GATT General Exceptions in WTO Law
Explore the intricacies of General Exceptions under the GATT framework, focusing on purpose, applicability, and relevant legal provisions. Delve into the two-tier test applied in WTO case law and the burden of proof considerations, with a specific case study on US Shrimp. Understand the nuances of A
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Gem and Jewellery Trade Update: Key Highlights April-November 2022
GJEPC's latest update reveals a 1.80% increase in gem and jewellery exports to US$26.47 billion from April to November 2022 compared to the same period in 2021. The report also highlights positive growth in exports of polished lab-grown diamonds, coloured gemstones, and various jewellery types, with
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The Boundaries of Investment Arbitration: Crossroads of Trade and Human Rights Law
This material delves into the overlapping realms of investment arbitration, trade law, and European human rights law in investor-state disputes. It examines the use of ECtHR and WTO references in arbitration rulings, the nuances of citation choices, the appeal of juridical rulings, and the comparati
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Challenges and Opportunities for Sustainable Development in WTO Law
Efforts to align WTO rules with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have met limited success, with key issues like plastic pollution and clean energy facing disputes and challenges. The rise of China's New Three exports in clean energy has sparked tariff disputes. The role of the WTO Appellate Body
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Local Content Requirements in Oil & Gas Sectors: Comparative Analysis
This comprehensive analysis explores the impact of Local Content Requirements (LCRs) in the oil and gas sectors, focusing on models from Norway and Brazil. It discusses relevant WTO disputes, legislative policies, macroeconomic implications, and the inhibitory effects on competitiveness and foreign
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WTO TBT Agreement Jurisprudence: Understanding Article 2.1 and 2.12
The WTO TBT Agreement's Articles 2.1 and 2.12 focus on ensuring non-discriminatory treatment for imported products compared to domestic and other countries' products. Article 2.1 emphasizes the concept of "like products" and examines competitive relationships between them to determine if they receiv
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Overview of Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Agreement in WTO Law Class
The Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Agreement under WTO law addresses regulatory divergence costs on trade, covering information, specification, and conformity assessment for products and processes. It aims to harmonize technical regulations and standards while ensuring compliance without discrimi
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Understanding Essential Commodities Regulation & Enforcement Division
The Essential Commodities Regulation and Enforcement Division oversees the administration of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, and the Prevention of Black Marketing and Maintenance of Supply of Essential Commodities Act, 1980. The Acts aim to ensure the availability of essential commodities at fa
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Managing Unfair Trade Practices in Compliance with WTO
Unfair trade practices (UTP) encompass fraudulent, deceptive, or dishonest practices that are prohibited by law. The WTO provides remedies against UTP, allowing governments to address genuine harm to domestic industries. Kenya has taken steps to combat UTP by enacting the Trade Remedies Act and esta
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Challenges and Solutions in Trade Barriers in Central Asia
Understanding the significance of non-tariff barriers to trade in Central Asia, this presentation by Jonathon Hornbrook discusses the impact of Russia's WTO membership, WTO policies, and the challenges faced due to NTBs, EDB trade, TBTs, and NQI issues in the region. It highlights the importance of
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International Cooperation on Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms for Sustainable Development
Discussion on the importance of international cooperation in implementing carbon border adjustment mechanisms to address embedded emissions in global trade and promote sustainable development. The presentation highlights the need for multilateral collaboration, the role of WTO in climate and trade r
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Overview of WTO-Compliant Schemes for Textiles Sector
This presentation by Jayant Dasgupta, Executive Partner, discusses WTO-compliant schemes in the textiles sector, covering definitions of subsidies, permissible subsidies, prohibited subsidies, and the phase-out of export subsidies by developing countries. It also addresses the current status of Indi
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Understanding Tariffs, Anti-dumping Duties, and Trade Barriers
Explore the key concepts of tariffs, anti-dumping duties, and barriers to digital trade in this presentation by Craig R. Parsons from Yokohama National University. Learn about the types of tariffs, the role of the WTO, and how countries can impose trade barriers. Discover the impact on service expor
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The Role of Certification Unit in Trade Agreements & Certificates of Origin
The Trade Board Limited, a government agency, plays a crucial role in issuing Certificates of Origin and import/export licenses for Jamaican products. They ensure compliance with trade agreements, facilitate e-transactions, and promote secure frameworks. The mission is to enhance local and internati
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The Evolution of WTO Dispute Settlement System and Future of Global Trade
Explore the post-MC13 negotiation backdrop, challenges, and future developments in the WTO dispute settlement system. Delve into the historical progression of international adjudication, from consent to quasi-judicial processes, highlighting the potential for progress and the common challenges faced
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China in the World Economy: A Historical Overview and the Importance of GATT/WTO
Explore the evolution of China's economy from its period of isolation to becoming a pivotal player in the global trading system. Delve into key events such as Deng Xiaoping's economic reforms and China's admission to the GATT/WTO. Understand the significance of the GATT system and how it shaped inte
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Challenges at the Intersection of WTO Law and Climate Change Regulation
Unresolved issues in WTO law regarding climate change regulation include concerns about the consistency of climate measures, environmental subsidies, processing methods, and technical barriers to trade. Emerging climate change policies raise two main WTO concerns: subsidies discrimination and differ
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Understanding Non-Tariff Barriers in International Trade
Explore the types of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) and Non-Tariff Measures (NTMs) such as quotas, Tariff-Rate Quotas (TRQs), Voluntary Export Restraints (VERs), and more. Learn about Administered Protection, Safeguards tariffs, Anti-dumping duties, Countervailing duties, and their implications on trade
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Legal Assessment of a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
This legal assessment explores the feasibility of implementing a Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism under WTO agreements, focusing on topics such as adjustment on imports, rebates for exports, national treatment, non-discrimination, and environmental justifications. The analysis considers the potent
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Understanding DNA Structure and Denaturation Process
DNA is a double helical structure made of 2 antiparallel polynucleotide chains with nucleotide monomers. The structure contains deoxyribose sugar, phosphate groups, and nitrogenous bases (purines and pyrimidines). Hydrogen bonds between base pairs stabilize the structure. Denaturation can occur due
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Protein Secondary Structure Prediction: Insights and Methods
Accurate prediction of protein secondary structure is crucial for understanding tertiary structure, predicting protein function, and classification. This prediction involves identifying key elements like alpha helices, beta sheets, turns, and loops. Various methods such as manual assignment by cryst
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Understanding the Hierarchy of Protein Structure
To understand proteins' final shape and function, one must grasp the primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structure levels. Proteins, composed of amino acids, fold into various shapes crucial for their roles such as signaling, catalysis, and structure. The primary structure represents the am
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Global Trade Dynamics: Mega-Regionals and Strategic Implications
Examining the impact of mega-regionals like TTIP and TPP on global trade dynamics, focusing on regulatory agendas, outcomes scenarios, and strategic challenges for developing countries. The growth of regionalism in contrast to the WTO's stasis, the significance of systemically important trade agreem
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Understanding Regionalism and the WTO: Political Economy Dynamics
The text explores the influence of politics on the GATT/WTO and the rise of mega-regionals, highlighting the shift towards regulatory trade policies. It delves into the origins of multilateralism, non-discrimination principles, and challenges in negotiating regional agreements within the GATT framew
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Regulations and Education Export to China: Insights and Guidelines
Understand the Chinese regulations governing education export, including international agreements, domestic laws, and WTO commitments. Learn about key regulations, international organizations' impact, and China's stance on education services within the WTO framework.
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Challenges and Opportunities in International Trade: A Canadian Perspective
The international trade landscape is facing disarray with challenges such as macro-economic policies failing to stimulate economies, US-China tensions, erosion of WTO effectiveness, recent trade arrangements raising concerns, and disruptions like African Swine Fever impacting the protein market in E
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Regional Integration in WTO Law: Cases and Exceptions
This presentation delves into the intricacies of regional integration in the context of WTO law, exploring legal provisions such as Article XXIV of GATT 1994 and relevant case law. It examines exceptions, waivers, and derogations related to regional integration, along with the Regional Trade Excepti
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International Merchandise Trade Statistics (IMTS) Valuation Recommendations
IMTS provides key recommendations for valuing goods in international trade, emphasizing the adoption of the WTO Agreement on Customs Valuation. The use of FOB and CIF valuation methods, along with specific guidelines for special categories of goods, ensures a standardized basis for valuation that is
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