International Business and Rules of Origin

Author: Qian Xuefeng Wu Jin Zhou Fangwen
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: This book consists of three parts, totaling 7 chapters. Part I, Theoretical Section, first systematically elaborates on the origin and development of rules of origin, analyzes the impact and role of rules of origin on international trade. Secondly, it interprets the main content of the WTO's "Agreement on Rules of Origin" and its "exceptions." Finally, it evaluates the pros and cons of the agreement, analyzes the problems in its practice, and examines its inherent limitations. Part II, Practical Section, first discusses the rules of origin of major trading partners of our country and their experiences, with a focus on analyzing the characteristics and practices of the rules of origin in the United States, the European Union, and Japan. Secondly, it dissects classic cases of the application of rules of origin, focusing on issues related to textiles and services, processing trade, and government procurement. Meanwhile, it also explores issues such as rules of origin marking, import restrictions, and matters related to international trade. It interprets the procedures and mechanisms for resolving international disputes over "origin." Part III, Countermeasure Section, elaborates on the need to establish China's rules of origin aligned with international standards after China's entry into the WTO. It analyzes how to leverage China's current rules of origin to protect the legitimate interests of domestic enterprises from harm, while also proposing measures to address challenges from international competitors.