ERIC Number: EJ851339
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-Dec
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On International Trade in Educational Services: An Interpretation of the Regulations and China's WTO Commitments
Jin, Xi-bin
Frontiers of Education in China, v1 n4 p601-613 Dec 2006
The "General Agreement on Trade in Services" (GATS) of the World Trade Organization (WTO) covers educational trade services. Hence, all the regulations of the GATS have to be followed in the international trade of educational services. Having acceded to the WTO, China is starting to fulfill the rights and obligations as a member by completely respecting international trade, services and intellectual property laws. At the same time, it is also starting to fulfill some of the commitments it made in the GATS, such as expanding activities on trade in educational services. Comprehending the fundamental regulations and China's commitments is significant towards promoting China's international trade in educational services.
Descriptors: International Trade, Intellectual Property, Foreign Countries, Compliance (Legal), International Cooperation, International Programs, International Educational Exchange
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Language: English
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