Resurrecting the Doha Round: Devilish Details, Grand Themes, and China Too

125 Pages Posted: 11 Apr 2011

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Raj Bhala

University of Kansas - School of Law; International Bar Association; Dentons U.S. LLP; Bloomberg Quint / BQ Prime

Date Written: April 7, 2011

Abstract

The multilateral trading system embodied in the World Trade Organization has contributed significantly to economic growth, development and employment throughout the past fifty years. We are determined, particularly in the light of the global economic slowdown, to maintain the process of reform and liberalization of trade policies . . . . and pledge to reject the use of protectionism.

International trade can play a major role in the promotion of economic development and the alleviation of poverty. We recognize the need for all our peoples to benefit from the increased opportunities and welfare gains that the multilateral trading system generates. The majority of WTO Members are developing countries. We seek to place their needs and interests at the heart of the Work Programme adopted in this Declaration. . . . . . . .

Recognizing the challenges posed by an expanding WTO membership, we confirm our collective responsibility to ensure internal transparency and the effective participation of all Members. . . . We shall therefore at the national and multilateral levels continue to promote a better public understanding of the WTO and to communicate the benefits of a liberal, rules-based multilateral trading system.

Keywords: WTO, World Trade Organization, Doha Round

JEL Classification: K33

Suggested Citation

Bhala, Raj, Resurrecting the Doha Round: Devilish Details, Grand Themes, and China Too (April 7, 2011). Texas International Law Journal, Vol. 45, pp.1-125, 2009, Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=1805307

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