WTO Legal Underpinnings

Designed to strengthen your understanding of global trade law, this course examines the foundational legal rules of the multilateral trading system. Through topics like GATT, WTO Agreements, and key principles with their exceptions, you will gain historical insight and practical knowledge—while also building a network of valuable contacts with WTO Secretariat experts and fellow learners.

Course Structure:

• Module 1 - Background
• Module 2 - Basic GATT Rules on Market Access
• Module 3 - Developing Countries
• Module 4 - Exceptions
• Module 5 - Undistorted Competition
• Module 6 - Transparency
• Module 7 - Dispute Settlement
• Module 8 - Trade in Services
• Module 9 - The TRIPS Agreement
• Module 10 - Course Summary