The aim of the courses is to give delegates from permanent missions an opportunity to become better acquainted with topical issues and developments in the international economic agenda as they are reflected in the work of UNCTAD.
The secretariat invites permanent missions to nominate delegates who follow matters pertaining to UNCTAD or the World Trade Organization to attend these courses.
UNCTAD programme on non-tariff measures in world trade
Delivered by the Division on International Trade in Goods and Services, and Commodities
In a context where tariffs have significantly decreased over the last few decades, non-tariff measures have become major determinants in restricting market entry, particularly for developing countries.
UNCTAD research shows that the ability to gain and benefit from market access increasingly depends on compliance with trade regulatory measures such as sanitary requirements and goods standards. This is why they have become a major challenge for exporters, importers and policymakers.
Understanding the uses and implications of such trade policy instruments is essential for the formulation and implementation of effective trade policies and development strategies.
Non-tariff measures are closely linked to the post-2015 development agenda and sustainable development goals. They are important instruments for all countries to achieve such goals and thus it is likely that their use will increase.
This session will explore the findings of UNCTAD's work on non-tariff measures, which includes their definition and classification, collection of data and analysis of trade impacts, and links to sustainable development goals.
