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This course provides a comprehensive introduction to international trade law, examining the legal principles, institutional frameworks, and regulatory mechanisms governing global trade. It begins with foundational economic theories of international trade, including comparative advantage and free trade theory, alongside key qualifications such as tariffs, reciprocity, infant industries, and national security considerations. Learners explore the historical evolution of the global trading system, including the development of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and the establishment of the World Trade Organization (WTO). The course analyses WTO governance structures, dispute settlement procedures, and the role of multilateral and preferential trade agreements in shaping international trade relations. The programme further examines core legal principles such as the Most Favoured Nation (MFN) and National Treatment principles, as well as key regulatory areas including tariffs, subsidies, anti-dumping laws, safeguards, and trade remedies. It also addresses specialised areas such as trade in services (GATS), foreign investment (TRIMS), intellectual property rights (TRIPS), and the intersection of trade with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Overall, the course equips learners with a solid understanding of the legal and institutional dimensions of international trade and their application in global economic governance. Duration: 12 hours Maximum Completion Time: 7 days Delivery Mode: Online self-study Program Offered By: Member institutions of the VBNN Smart Education Group Certificate Title: Professional Training Certificate in International Trade Law Certificate Type: Certificate of Completion