Abstract
This article traces the policy of, and the history behind, "Special and Differential Treatment" (S&DT) accorded to the developing countries in the field of international trade. Within its broad canvas, the Article looks at the framework of GATT, the WTO, modern day Multilateral Agreements and recent political face-offs as exemplified in the Doha Negotiations. The Article argues that there has been a drastic change in the terms of S&DT and the attitude of developing countries. Ironically, this reveals a role reversal where developed countries have been de facto demanding for S&DT while it is the developing countries who are asserting the binding nature of international obligations.
Recommended Citation
Jayagovind, A.
(2008)
"Special and Differential Treatment in International Trade: A Developing Country Perspective,"
National Law School of India Review: Vol. 20:
Iss.
1, Article 5.
Available at:
https://repository.nls.ac.in/nlsir/vol20/iss1/5
