Lex Posterior

Lex posterior in Global Commerce Policy

In this regard, lex posterior is: (Lat. later law). The entries on trade policy are here. A rule used in the interpretation of international treaties which holds that if a country becomes a party to two treaties which have conflicting provisions, the obligations it assumes in the later accession are the ones applicable.[1]

Lex posteriorin 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, “Lex posterior” entry (OAS)

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