Implementation of the WTO Customs Valuation Agreement in developing countries: issues and recommendations

Article Abstract:

The promotion of a unified customs valuation by the World Trade Organization (WTO) is an important step in fostering efficient international trade. The standards of fairness, consistency and non-discrimination are key factors in the implementation of a unified order in customs policies. For developing countries that are members of the WTO, they are given five years to make the necessary adjustments in applying the code. Crucial areas that need to be addressed include customs personnel training and education of private traders. In addition, customs valuation cases serve as reference points.

World Trade Organization, Customs appraisal

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Preferential trade agreements and their implications for customs services

Article Abstract:

The implications that flow from preferential trade agreements (PTA) on customs services, the key administrative body charged with managing trade facilitation are analyzed. The major factors influencing most heavily on any customs service are identified. The factors include an increase in trade volumes which require additional resources and personnel to cope with associated trade flow increases and important institutional, regulatory and procedural changes required to meet substantive commitments as part of PTA obligations.

United States, Commercial treaties, Trade agreements

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An evaluation of Australia's anti-dumping and countervailing law and policy

Article Abstract:

Australia used its antidumping and countervailing protections more frequently than other GATT countries between 1991 and 1992, raising concerns that domestic industries were being inappropriately favored. However, an evaluation of the four-stage process, inaugurated in 1988, shows that Australia's countervailing and antidumping actions are either neutral or have a negative impact on applicants and that the agencies involved are conservative about issuing sanctions.

Australia, Evaluation, Trade policy, Commercial policy, Antidumping duties, Countervailing duties

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