Customs Unions in the WTO: Problems with Anti-Dumping

This book examines how the WTO deals with regional trade agreements (RTAs) and how anti-dumping measures and legislation change when a state is in a customs union. It provides a new reasoning for why anti-dumping measures are modified, a legal analysis of the legality of these changes, and an overview of how different institutional settings have impacted questions of responsibility and attribution. It also considers the specific problems that arise in cases of economic integration and disintegration and the impact forming a customs union has on third parties that may impose anti-dumping measures on states that are members of a customs union.

Format: Hardback
Length: 305 pages
Publication date: 16 October 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The World Trade Organization (WTO) plays a pivotal role in addressing regional trade agreements (RTAs), which are crucial in shaping international trade law. This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics between RTAs and anti-dumping measures, providing a clear understanding of their relationship. By focusing on customs unions and anti-dumping measures, the book offers a unique perspective on how these two forms of regional integration interact. It answers the pressing question of how anti-dumping measures and legislation evolve when a state is part of a customs union, shedding light on the underlying reasons for such modifications. Moreover, the book provides a comprehensive overview of how these changes have occurred, encompassing a legal analysis of their legitimacy. It also examines the impact of different institutional settings on questions of responsibility and attribution.

Beyond this, the book explores the specific challenges posed by economic integration and disintegration, as well as the implications of forming a customs union on third parties that may impose anti-dumping measures on member states. By examining these complex issues, the book offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of international trade law.

In conclusion, this book is a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and practitioners interested in understanding the complex interplay between RTAs and anti-dumping measures. It provides a comprehensive analysis of the issues at hand, offering insights into the legal, institutional, and economic dimensions of this critical area of international trade.

Weight: 653g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030863111
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021