Consulting Services on Issues Related to International Trade and WTO Law
Research and Analysis
- Conducting research on trade issues and related regulations in national legislation and international trade agreements (including bilateral, multilateral and regional trade agreements).
- Analyzing the conformity of a country’s trade regulations with the international obligations of that country, including in the World Trade Organization (WTO).
- Conducting research and analysis of WTO Agreements and jurisprudence (panels' and Appellate Body reports).
- Providing other consulting services on issues related to international trade and WTO law.
WTO Dispute Settlement Mechanism
- Providing support in interpretation of provisions of the WTO Agreements.
- Assisting in the preparation of requests, submissions and statements for participation in WTO dispute settlement proceedings.
- Facilitating liaison between non-governmental enterprises/organizations and government legal representatives concerning preparations for WTO dispute settlement proceedings.
International Trade Negotiations
- Assisting in international trade negotiations (including bilateral, multilateral and regional trade agreements).
- Preparation and participation in negotiations on a country’s accession to the WTO and other international trade agreements.
Strategy Development
- Assisting in development and implementation of strategies to address international trade concerns.
- Assisting in preparation of advocacy materials and managing communication with governments.
- Monitoring a country’s trade policy regime on specific matters and examining options to ensure compliance.
Training and Capacity Building
- Sharing knowledge and practical experience on issues related to international trade and WTO law.
- Assisting in training and building capacity in international trade and WTO law.
- Developing and delivering courses, seminars and presentations on trade-related issues.