Non-tariff Measures

Non-tariff measures in Global Commerce Policy

In this regard, non-tariff measures is: government measures other than tariffs that restrict trade flows. The entries on trade policy are here. Examples include quantitative restrictions, import licensing, voluntary restraint arrangements and variable levies. They generally now contravene the WTO rules. The entries on trade policy in the Encyclopedia are here. One of the outcomes of the Uruguay Round was an obligation to convert all non-tariff measures affecting agricultural trade into tariffs. See also Agreement on Safeguards and tariffication.[1]

Non-tariff measuresin 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-tariff measures” entry (OAS)

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