Publication Year

This title was first published in 2002.

Overview

Focusing on the central issues of the contemporary trade-environment-social cohesion debate, this compelling book analyzes the social and environmental impacts of existing trade liberalization through the World Trade Organization (WTO), North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and other key regimes. It also explores new strategies for regulation and risk assessment, environmental information, standard setting, voluntary activities, sustainability assessments of trade agreements, and participation by civil society.

Features

Suggests ways in which the NAFTA model might be improved

Explores the NAFTA regime with regards to its environmental and social impacts

Evaluates the experience and improvement of NAFTA and how it might assist the broader international community

Conclusion

Characterized by its meticulous scholarship and fluid style, this authoritative work is an indispensable guide for all those concerned with trade liberalization, environmental enhancement and social cohesion.