Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) is a systematic approach to critically assessing the positive and negative impacts of proposed and existing regulations by systematically examining different policy options and alternatives. It is the only tool for Good Regulatory Practice (GRP) and an evidence-based approach to policymaking.
Continue readingThe number of Regional Trade Agreements (RTAs) entering into force has steadily increased over the past two decades (see figure below). This continuous growth has been interpreted as a reaction to the Multilateral Trading System (MTS) crisis, which has raised concerns about the future of Quality Infrastructure.
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Higher standards are often associated with better consumer protection and quality of life. However, this correlation is not unequivocal, as neither markets nor government regulation work perfectly. This observation is especially true for developing and emerging countries. In this sense, we wonder how a country’s quality infrastructure can best be aligned to contribute to economically sustainable development and the quality of life of its citizens in challenging contexts.
Continue readingThe potentially tumultuous relationship between Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreements has been an issue of special interest within the international trade and environmental debate for decades. Discussions often revolve around incompatibilities between MEAs and WTO Agreements since some MEAs contain trade measures, which may be inconsistent with obligations under WTO Agreements. Quality infrastructure (QI) could be the key to fulfilling obligations under both sets of agreements simultaneously and without conflict.
Continue readingQuality Infrastructure contributes to free trade. Quality Infrastructure services create confidence, build trust and facilitate trade transactions.
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Quality Infrastructure for Development 