| Dozent/in |
Dr. iur. Nicolas Diebold, LL.M. |
| Veranstaltungsart |
Vorlesung |
| Code |
HS151365 |
| Semester |
Herbstsemester 2015 |
| Durchführender Fachbereich |
Öffentliches Recht |
| Studienstufe |
Master |
| Termin/e |
Do, 17.09.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 24.09.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 08.10.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 15.10.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 22.10.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 29.10.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 29.10.2015, 10:15 - 12:00 Uhr, 4.B55
Do, 12.11.2015, 13:15 - 17:00 Uhr, 3.A05
Do, 19.11.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 26.11.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 03.12.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47
Do, 10.12.2015, 08:15 - 10:00 Uhr, 4.B47 |
| Umfang |
2 Semesterwochenstunden |
| Inhalt |
The course introduces the international trade law embodied predominantly in the World Trade Organization (WTO), regional trade agreements (eg NAFTA) and bilateral trade agreements. These agreements set forth the rules that apply to questions such as: May the US restrict the import of shrimp that are caught by killing endangered species of sea turtles? May Australia require that all cigarettes are sold in plain, unbranded packages? May the EU prohibit the import of Canadian seal fur due to inhumane killing of seals? May the US prohibit online gambling to the detriment of Antiguan online gambling providers?
In-depth analysis of case law acquaints students with tariff measures, including the potentially protectionist effects of non-tariff measures, ranging from technical regulations in goods to sanitary and phytosanitary standards in agriculture to licensing and qualification requirements in services trade. Safeguard measures as well as trade remedies against unfair practices are discussed in light of the complex evidentiary challenges they pose for trade disputes. Institutional aspects and dispute settlement procedures of the WTO are touched upon in view of familiarizing students with the legal disciplines under the WTO.
Methodically, the course builds on the case law method. Trade law and its impact on domestic legal systems is prominently illustrated and discussed on the basis of WTO panel and Appellate Body reports. Some of the relevant cases will be presented by the students (ideally in groups, depending on the number of participants). |
| Lernziele |
The students become familiar with the legal framework of the international trading system and the legal principles of trade law, such as national treatment, most-favoured-nation treatment, market access and exceptions for environmental, health, safety and other policies. The students learn to interpret international trade treaties and become knowledgeable about the WTO dispute settlement system. Importantly, they become aware of the balance between international trade liberalisation and national regulatory authority and interests. |
| Voraussetzungen |
The course is designed for advanced students with a strong command of English and an interest in globalisation and international relations. Ideally (but not necessarily), students have basic knowledge in (public) International Law. |
| Sprache |
Englisch |
| Begrenzung |
Yes, 32 |
| Anmeldung |
Registration/deregistration mandatory on UniPortal from Sept 1 until Sept 30, 2015 |
| Prüfung |
The final grade will be determined on the basis of a presentation of a case during the case studies, class participation and the exam (oral, open book) on December 17/18, 2015. |
| Abschlussform / Credits |
See above / 6 Credits
|
| Hinweise |
Lecture and case studies |
| Hörer-/innen |
Ja |
| Kontakt |
nicolas.diebold@doz.unilu.ch |
| Literatur |
Course material Reader (Syllabus, Cases, Legal texts)
Optional reading Peter van der Bossche, The Law and Policy of the World Trade Organization: Texts, Cases and Materials, 3rd edition, Cambridge University Press, 2013. |