This legal dissertation explores Sweden’s role in implementing anti-dumping measures within the European Union while fulfilling its obligations to the World Trade Organization (WTO). The study highlights the inherent tension between Sweden’s traditionally liberal trade policy and the necessity of protecting domestic industries—especially in the steel and chemical sectors—against unfair competition.
Using a legal-dogmatic and comparative law approach, the analysis focuses on the implementation of Council Regulation (EU) 2016/1036 in Sweden and examines relevant WTO dispute cases that have affected Swedish industry. The research aims to clarify how Sweden balances its open-market principles with its responsibilities under EU trade defence policy and WTO law.
In doing so, the study provides insights into Sweden’s potential to act as a reform-oriented player within the EU—supporting a more transparent and sustainable trade defence policy that aligns with both international liberalization principles and national interests. The dissertation also addresses Sweden’s biennial reports and its position on EU trade strategy reform, presenting the country as a constructive force in shaping a progressive trade policy framework.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Introduction
- Background
- Research Problem and Research Questions
- Significance of Study
- Methodology
- Outline
- Literature Review
- Introduction to Anti-Dumping and Trade Defense Mechanisms
- EU Trade Defense Framework
- Sweden's Trade Policy in the EU Context
- WTO Dispute Settlement and Sweden
- Legal Framework and Analysis
- EU Anti-Dumping Law
- Sweden's Compliance with EU Directives
- The World Trade Organization and Sweden
- Case Study: Sweden's Role in EU Anti-Dumping Cases
- Selection of Case Study
- Overview of the Case
- Legal Analysis of the Case
- Implications for Sweden and the EU
- Sweden's Challenges and Opportunities in Trade Defense Mechanisms
- Challenges in Enforcing Anti-Dumping Measures
- Opportunities in Trade Defense Mechanisms
Objectives and Key Themes
This thesis examines Sweden's role in implementing EU anti-dumping measures while adhering to its WTO obligations. It explores the tension between Sweden's liberal trade policies and the need to protect domestic industries from unfair competition. The research aims to understand how Sweden balances these competing interests and fulfills its commitments to both the EU and the WTO. * Sweden's compliance with EU anti-dumping mechanisms. * The interplay between EU and WTO trade defense frameworks. * The impact of WTO dispute settlement on Swedish industries. * Challenges and opportunities for Sweden in trade defense. * Sweden's influence on EU trade defense policies.Chapter Summaries
Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the thesis, introducing the research problem, which focuses on Sweden's compliance with EU anti-dumping mechanisms within the context of its WTO obligations. It outlines the research questions, explains the significance of the study, details the methodology employed (a legal-dogmatic approach supported by comparative law analysis), and provides an overview of the thesis structure. The background section establishes the context of Sweden's participation in the EU's trade defense system and its commitment to the WTO's rules. Literature Review: This chapter reviews existing literature on anti-dumping measures, the EU trade defense framework, Sweden's trade policy within the EU, and the role of WTO dispute settlement. It provides a theoretical foundation for the analysis by exploring the principles of EU anti-dumping law and the interaction between EU and WTO systems. This sets the stage for a deeper dive into the legal framework and the case study in subsequent chapters. Legal Framework and Analysis: This chapter delves into the legal framework governing EU anti-dumping law and examines Sweden's compliance with relevant EU directives. It also analyzes the relationship between the World Trade Organization's rules and Sweden's actions in the context of anti-dumping measures. This section likely details the specific legal basis for Sweden's actions and examines the relevant legal precedents both at the EU and WTO level. Case Study: Sweden's Role in EU Anti-Dumping Cases: This chapter presents a case study analyzing Sweden's involvement in a specific EU anti-dumping case. The selection criteria for the case study are explained, providing context for its relevance to the broader research questions. A detailed overview of the case is followed by a legal analysis, assessing Sweden's actions against the legal frameworks outlined in previous chapters. Finally, the chapter discusses the implications of the case for both Sweden and the EU. Sweden's Challenges and Opportunities in Trade Defense Mechanisms: This chapter explores the challenges Sweden faces in enforcing anti-dumping measures effectively, possibly highlighting issues such as balancing its liberal trade stance with the need to protect domestic industries. It also examines potential opportunities for Sweden to improve its approach to trade defense mechanisms, potentially suggesting ways to influence EU policies or enhance its participation in WTO dispute settlement processes.Keywords
Sweden, EU anti-dumping, WTO law, trade defense, Council Regulation (EU) 2016/1036, free trade, trade policy, case study, Sweden's compliance, international trade law, WTO dispute settlement.
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This document provides a language preview including a title, table of contents, objectives and key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords related to a thesis or research paper. It focuses on Sweden's role in implementing EU anti-dumping measures within the context of its World Trade Organization (WTO) obligations.
What is the main research problem addressed?
The main research problem explores the tension between Sweden's liberal trade policies and the need to protect domestic industries from unfair competition. It examines how Sweden balances these competing interests and fulfills its commitments to both the EU and the WTO.
What are the key themes of the research?
The key themes include Sweden's compliance with EU anti-dumping mechanisms, the interplay between EU and WTO trade defense frameworks, the impact of WTO dispute settlement on Swedish industries, challenges and opportunities for Sweden in trade defense, and Sweden's influence on EU trade defense policies.
What does the Literature Review chapter cover?
The Literature Review chapter covers existing literature on anti-dumping measures, the EU trade defense framework, Sweden's trade policy within the EU, and the role of WTO dispute settlement. It provides a theoretical foundation for the analysis by exploring the principles of EU anti-dumping law and the interaction between EU and WTO systems.
What is the focus of the Legal Framework and Analysis chapter?
This chapter delves into the legal framework governing EU anti-dumping law and examines Sweden's compliance with relevant EU directives. It also analyzes the relationship between the World Trade Organization's rules and Sweden's actions in the context of anti-dumping measures.
What does the Case Study chapter analyze?
The Case Study chapter analyzes Sweden's involvement in a specific EU anti-dumping case. It provides a detailed overview of the case, followed by a legal analysis, assessing Sweden's actions against the legal frameworks outlined in previous chapters. It also discusses the implications of the case for both Sweden and the EU.
What challenges and opportunities are explored in the final chapter?
The final chapter explores the challenges Sweden faces in enforcing anti-dumping measures effectively, possibly highlighting issues such as balancing its liberal trade stance with the need to protect domestic industries. It also examines potential opportunities for Sweden to improve its approach to trade defense mechanisms.
What are the key keywords associated with this research?
The keywords include Sweden, EU anti-dumping, WTO law, trade defense, Council Regulation (EU) 2016/1036, free trade, trade policy, case study, Sweden's compliance, international trade law, and WTO dispute settlement.
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- M. Troh (Author), 2024, Sweden’s Role and Compliance with European Union Trade Defence Mechanisms, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1569711
