Non-actionable Subsidies

Non-actionable subsidies in Global Commerce Policy

In this regard, non-actionable subsidies is: a class of subsidies identified in the WTO Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures. The entries on trade policy are here. It includes assistance to research and development, assistance to disadvantaged regions and assistance to promote the adaptation of existing facilities to new, more burdensome, environmental requirements. The Agreement describes in some detail how the subsidies are to be interpreted. The entries on trade policy are here. If another WTO member believes that a subsidy which otherwise would be non-actionable is causing serious adverse effects, it may seek a determination and recommendation on the matter. The Agreement does not apply to agricultural subsidies. These are covered by the Agreement on Agriculture. See also actionable subsidies, prohibited subsidies and subsidies.[1]

Non-actionable subsidiesin 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, “Non-actionable subsidies” entry (OAS)

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