Regulating Health and Environmental Risks under WTO Law

Delve into the intricate relationship between international trade and health regulations with "Regulating Health and Environmental Risks under WTO Law" by Lukasz Gruszczynski. Published by Oxford University Press in 2010, this comprehensive hardback spans 336 pages, providing an in-depth examination of the Agreement on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (1995). Gruszczynski addresses the challenges posed by national regulations that, while intended to protect human health and the environment, can sometimes mask protectionist intentions. This insightful analysis assesses the effectiveness of WTO law in balancing legitimate regulatory objectives against the risks of trade distortions. Ideal for legal scholars, policy makers, and anyone interested in the intersection of environmental law and international trade, this book serves as a critical resource for understanding the complexities involved in regulating health and environmental risks globally.