Developing Countries and the WTO: Policy Approaches - Hardcover

Gary P. Sampson; W.Bradnee Chambers

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8189640909 ISBN 13: 9788189640903

Publisher: Bookwell Publications, 2009

Synopsis

It is widely accepted that a well-functioning global trading system is a prerequisite for trade promotion and the development of developing countries. However, it is equally well recognised that the trading system has not worked to the advantage of many developing countries. In this regard, the Doha Development Agenda - negotiations launched at the WTO to rectify the situation - has failed. Compared to just ten years ago, developing countries are much better informed with respect to trade negotiations. Also, they now comprise two-thirds of the membership of the WTO - an organisation based on consensus - giving them a new power and authority in future negotiations. For this reason, it is of critical importance for developing countries to have clear proposals for reform that are both ambitious and realistic. Only then can they constructively promote their interests in the coming years. This book addresses the critical policy choices now facing developing countries with respect to trade policy. Experienced negotiators, scholars and trade officials from very different backgrounds offer policy prescriptions to secure a world trading system that will meet the needs of developing countries.

About this title

About the Author

Gary P. Sampson is the John Gough Professor of International Trade at Melbourne Business School, Melbourne University. Introduction and overview, Gary P. Sampson and W. Bradnee Chambers

Edition details

• Publisher: Bookwell Publications
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 8189640909
• ISBN 13: 9788189640903
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 358