THE MULTIFACETED LANDSCAPE OF WTO LAW: A COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION OF ITS PRINCIPLES, RULES AND INSTITUTIONAL STRUCTURE

  • Giga Abuseridze
Keywords: International trade, basic rules of WTO, trade without discrimination

Giga Abuseridze

E-mail: gabuseridze@cu.edu.ge

Ph.D in Law Caucasus University, Georgia

Riga Stradins University, Latvia

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Abstract: This paper examines the fundamental tenets, regulations, and institutional framework of the World Trade Organization that constitute the intricate landscape of WTO jurisprudence.  The author delves into the intricate and specialized character of WTO law, elucidating a diverse array of topics pertaining to the intersection of international trade and legal principles. Particular emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of equitable trade and the WTO, encompassing matters of legal pluralism and non-discrimination. Drawing upon a comprehensive examination of the multilateral panorama of WTO legislation, the presented paper makes a substantial contribution towards fostering a more profound comprehension of international trade regulation, trade transformation, and extant clearances.

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Published
2023-08-03