Freedom Of Transit

Freedom of transit in Global Commerce Policy

In this regard, a definition of this issue is as follows: the right, available to members of the WTO under Article V of the GATT, to transport goods unhindered across the territory of another member for them to be able to reach their final destination. The right includes the use of vessels and other means of transport for the purpose. Members may not discriminate between goods and means of transport from other members, and they may not levy customs duties on goods in transit. They are, however, entitled to recover administrative expenses based on the actual cost of any services provided in connection with the transit.[1]

Freedom of transitin 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, “Freedom of transit” entry (OAS)

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