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The fundamentals of trade deals

Published on: 04 August 2016

Table of contents

  • What are the fundamental considerations when negotiating trade deals between states?
  • If the UK now has to look to the world for trade deals, on what basis should it prioritise negotiations (eg size of market, influence, sector)?
  • How long do trade deals take to complete?
  • Are there such things as 'speedy' trade deals or interim agreements prior to full deals being completed?

Article summary

Public Law analysis: As the UK draws up its ‘to do’ list for its future trade agreements, Greg Spak, head of White & Case’s international trade group, and Brendan McGivern, executive partner of the firm’s Geneva office, warn that if the UK wants speedy deals, it will likely have to pay for it with trade concessions to its partners.

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