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Labour Standards and Trade: In Search of Impact and Alternative Instruments

Year: 2017

Type: article

Abstract: Labour standards have become an almost routine feature of trade agreements. However, we have little knowledge about whether this linkage is effective; both in absolute terms but also in comparison to other instruments that promote labour standards on a global level. Such alternative instruments include public-private agreements, value chain management and procurement policies. The articles in this thematic issue will provide insights that further the debate on the effectiveness of the connection between labour rights and international trade, looking at both ‘traditional’ trade agreements and ‘alternative’ instruments.

Source: Politics and Governance

DOI: 10.17645/pag.v5i4.1290

Authors: Jan Orbie, Gerda Van Roozendaal

Institutions: Ghent University, University of Groningen

Language: English

Topic: Global trade, sustainability, and social impact

Subfield: Strategy and Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,132