CEU Electronic Theses and Dissertations, 2018
| Author | McGuinty, Fiona Elizabeth |
|---|---|
| Title | Transatlantic Trade Cooperation and Friction: Comparing CETA and TTIP Negotiations |
| Summary | The Comprehensive and Economic Trade Agreement between Canada and the European Union (CETA) and the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) between the EU and the US are often presented as very similar 21st century free trade agreements. Both transatlantic partnerships incorporate regulatory convergence within a variety of goods and services sectors, and go beyond traditional tariff reductions as to reduce trade barriers and increase market access. This dissertation attempts to analyze why CETA has succeeded in provisionally entering into force, whereas TTIP’s progress has plateaued in recent years. By comparing the key issues during negotiations, based on the perceptions of government entities, academic researchers, and civil society actors, it is clear that the famous Investor-State Dispute System remains a core component and a site of contestation with international trade. What is actually different between both agreements is the ability of each party to compromise. CETA’s other top negotiation issues – consisting of intellectual property rights, agricultural protection and public procurement – were met with notable trade-offs from both sides. On the other hand, TTIP’s issue of data protection remains heavily contested, with no sign from either party signalling that they are willing to let go of traditional laws and values in order to find common ground. |
| Supervisor | Csaba, László |
| Department | International Relations MA |
| Full text | https://www.etd.ceu.edu/2018/mcguinty_fiona.pdf |
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