Export Of Domestically Prohibited Goods

Export of domestically prohibited goods in Global Commerce Policy

In this regard, export of domestically prohibited goods is: allowing the manufacture of goods for export, but not for domestic consumption. Said to be done for reasons of health, safety, etc. Practical examples are hard to find. Views differ on the extent to which importing countries should agree to open their markets to these exporters. Some say that if a country does not allow such products in its domestic market, it should ban their export also. The entries on trade policy in the Encyclopedia are here. Others say that importing countries have no obligation to accept such products. The entries on trade policy are here. At its worst, the arguments therefore amount to blatant protectionism on the part of those who dispute the right of countries to engage in such exports, but in many cases the reality is not so simple. This difficult issue has been on the GATT work program since 1982. The entries on trade policy are here. A solution is not readily apparent.[1]

Export of domestically prohibited goodsin the wold Encyclopedia

For an introductory overview on international trade policy, see this entry.

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Notes and References

1. Dictionary of Trade Policy, “Export of domestically prohibited goods” entry (OAS)

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