From Spaghetti Bowl to Jigsaw Puzzle? Addressing the Disarray in the World Trade System
15 May 2014
Manila
PhilippinesThis learning event highlighted the proliferation of free trade agreements as the state of play in the Asia and Pacific region. It discussed how Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership and Trans-Pacific Partnership appear as both regional and global jigsaw puzzles. Given the difficulties associated with solving these puzzles, the use of tariff and non-tariff barriers as possible options to consider in moving forward is examined.
Program and Learning Materials:
| Date | Session / Activity | Presentation Material | Speaker(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 May 2014 | Presentation |
From Spaghetti Bowl to Jigsaw Puzzle? Addressing the Disarray in the World Trade System The Asia and Pacific region is party to 109 ratified free trade agreements, and with more being negotiated. The rise of mega-regionals suggests that the... |
Jayant Menon |