The Aid for Trade (AfT) initiative has gained much popularity since its launch at the World Trade Organization’s Ministerial Conference in 2005, and there are ongoing discussions on its effectiveness and potential to improve the integration of developing countries into the world economy. This...

Der Welthandel ist seit 1980 deutlich rascher gewachsen als die internationale Produktion. In welche Richtung bewegen sich die internationalen Handelsbeziehungen? Ist es zu einer stärkeren Regionalisierung des Handels gekommen? Welche Rolle spielen dabei Präferenzhandelsabkommen?

The Gatt Uruguay Round was finally brought to a conclusion in April following long-drawn-out negotiations. What changes are contained in the new agreements? How should we rate these changes? How important will the future World Trade Organization (WTO) be?