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International Trade Law


Dozent/in Prof. Dr. iur. Krista Nadakavukaren Schefer
Veranstaltungsart Vorlesung
Code HS241241
Semester Herbstsemester 2024
Durchführender Fachbereich Öffentliches Recht
Studienstufe Master
Termin/e wöchentlich (Mo), ab 16.09.2024, 10:15 - 12:00 Uhr, 4.B54
Umfang 2 Semesterwochenstunden
Inhalt
This course introduces the principles of international trade law as set forth in the legal instruments of the World Trade Organization (WTO). After setting forth the organizational structures and processes of the WTO as an international organization, it turns to the provisions of the General Agreement on Trade in Goods (GATT). Students will learn of the rules and the exceptions that govern trade in goods in the WTO system and get an understanding of how those principles may arise in the context of regional trade agreements. Building on this understanding, we turn to the rules set forth in the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) and the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) before turning to the procedures and law of dispute settlement set out in the Understanding on the Rules and Procedures Governing the Settlement of Disputes (DSU). The students will end the course with a brief look into the specialized agreements of the WTO and/or a preferential trade arrangement.
Students of the course will gain the knowledge necessary to understand the trade rules behind many of today’s most pressing questions – from environmental degredation to war. They will also learn to work with cases and to think about legal problems in a holistic manner. Finally, students will be encouraged to participate actively in discussions designed to highlight the interconnections among the principles and rules of international trade law, general international law, and domestic regulation.
E-Learning 24HS RF International Trade Law
Lernziele The students become familiar with the legal framework of the international trading system and the legal principles of trade law, such as market access, non-discrimination, and transparency/good governance as well as the exceptions available. The students will learn how the WTO functions as an organization and how its treaties are interpreted in its 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 students with a good command of English and an interest in globalisation and international relations. Students should have basic knowledge in Public International Law or be willing to learn the points that are necessary for an elementary understanding.
Sprache Englisch
Prüfung The final grade will be determined on the basis of class participation and the exam (oral, open book) at the end of the course
Abschlussform / Credits Class participation and oral exam / 5 Credits
Hörer-/innen Ja
Kontakt krista.nadakavukaren@doz.unilu.ch