In this volume, some of the world's foremost authorities analyze the many challenges and opportunities confronting the World Trade Organization (WTO), addressing issues such as national policies, labor standards, and the environment. Presuming no technical background in economics, this is a comprehensive introduction to the WTO's place in the global economy and will appeal to anyone interested in the timely issue of world trade.
1. The WTO's Institutional Capacity
2. Substantive Issues and Challenges
3. Issues of Concern to Particular Country Groupings
4. Conclusions