China Quote by Jose Angel Gurria
“The concept of national treatment is a core component of investment and trade agreements. It promotes valuable competition on a level playing field. Investment treaties should not turn this idea on its head, giving privileges to foreign companies that are not available to domestic companies.”
About This Quote
Source Treaty: Investment Agreements, General Discussion
The principle ensures foreign investors receive the same treatment as domestic ones, preventing discriminatory advantages.
In simple terms: Treat foreign investors equally as locals.
Key Takeaway
Ensure fair competition in trade.
Themes
fairness
trade
investment
competition
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
policy
legal
economic
When to use this quote
- foreign investment negotiations
- domestic market regulation
- policy drafting
- dispute resolution
Key Concepts
national treatment
non-discrimination
level playing field
Questions to Reflect On
- How can regulators monitor compliance effectively?
- What mechanisms prevent abuse of national treatment?
A Different Perspective
May be hard to enforce uniformly across jurisdictions.
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