Decision on the conclusion of the relevant agreements under Article XXI GATS with Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, the Separate customs territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu (Chinese Taipei), Columbia, Cuba, Ecuador, Hong Kong China, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, the Philippines, Switzerland
This procedure concerns trade adjustments needed for the EU to comply with World Trade Organization (WTO) rules after several countries joined the EU. It ensures fair trade practices and maintains the balance of commitments within the WTO framework.
The decision affects trade relations with numerous countries, including major economies like the US, China, and Japan. It addresses compensatory adjustments required under the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) due to EU enlargement.
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Decision on the conclusion of the relevant agreements under Article XXI GATS with Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, the Separate customs territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu (Chinese Taipei), Columbia, Cuba, Ecuador, Hong Kong China, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, the Philippines, Switzerland
position · EN · 2026-05-13
Decision on the conclusion of the relevant agreements under Article XXI GATS with Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, the Separate customs territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu (Chinese Taipei), Columbia, Cuba, Ecuador, Hong Kong China, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, the Philippines, Switzerland
report · EN · 2026-05-13