Research Handbook on Unilateral Measures in Trade, Investment and Economic Law

This informative Handbook explores unilateralism as one of the defining features of current international economic relations. Examining the topic in the context of economic law, leading scholars reveal a complex picture of both old and new forms of unilateral action, motivated by a variety of public policy goals.Engaging with broad theoretical ideas, drawing on law, political science, international relations and economics, expert contributors focus on the issues raised by unilateral action in trade, investment, finance, competition, procurement and other public policy areas. They investigate the measures that regulate economic activities for a variety of purposes, including free and fair competition, environmental protection, human rights, health and national security. Significant space is given to legal, historical and political analyses of notable national practices in various areas of the world, exploring timely themes such as national security, climate change, the digital sector, forced labour and sustainability.Scholars and students of trade law, investment and international relations will greatly benefit from the Handbook’s original insights into international economic law. It is also an invaluable reference for policymakers and officials in domestic and international institutions.