Long managed by developed countries through a complex system of quota restrictions on developing countries, international trade in textiles and clothing is currently governed under the Agreement on Textiles and Clothing (ATC). Negotiated in the Uruguay Round, ATC forms part of a series of agreements integral to the WTO.

The publication contains a complete account of textile negotiations in the Uruguay Round, tracing the history of developments in the GATT since the Ministerial declaration of 1982 to the conclusion of the Round at Marrakesh in 1994. It provides an authoritative commentary on the meaning and negotiating intent of each paragraph of the ATC, along with its full text. It should be indispensable for enterprises and governments engaged in exporting and importing textile and clothing products.

Ambassador Raffaelli was Chairman of the Textiles Surveillance Body in the GATT from 1982 to 1994. Mrs. Jenkins was Secretary of this Body.

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In this study, the authors develop an incisive analysis of trends in the US market for textile and clothing products and make bold projections for the coming years against the backdrop of related developments in the area of trade policy. They do not shy from venturing into the future, and anticipate major factors including changes in US demographics likely to influence the course of events in this area of international trade, shifts in import patterns, and the likely motivation of producers and other interested groups for policy responses by the US government.

The publication has been welcomed and widely used by business as well as those interested in trade policy in general.

Laura M. Baughman is an economist who has published extensively in support of efforts aimed at expansion and liberalisation of world trade, particularly in textiles and apparel. She is President of the economic consulting firm "The Trade Partnership", in Washington D.C., and, in preparing the current study, has been ably assisted by her colleague Kara M. Olson.

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This concise study examines the evolution of three inter-related industries in the wool complex in the United States: the raw wool segment, the yarn and fabric complex, and the wool apparel industry (including knitted and woven apparel). Besides reviewing developments in U.S. government support to these industries, it sheds light on the political dynamics that continue to operate to promote their cause. The study also analyses past trends and future prospects in U.S. production, trade and consumption.

This compact publication should be useful for businesses and governments interested in production and trade in textiles and clothing, especially in the woollen sub-sector.

Laura Baughman has published extensively on international competitiveness and in support of efforts for expansion and liberalization of wool trade, particularly in textiles and clothing. She is President of 'The Trade Partnership', an economic consulting firm in Washington D.C.

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Here is a comprehensive account of international trade policy that has been the predominant influence behind global trade flows in textiles and clothing. The author presents a full account of the making and evolution of this policy from its beginnings in early 1950's to its present-day realities. He also provides a lively critique of the manner in which trade policy in the sector has been used to serve the political objectives especially in the United States. Indispensable for policy makers, researchers and businesses alike.

Mr. Bagchi was intimately associated with the evolution of trade policy for some three decades, first as an Indian Government negotiator, later as member of the GATT Secretariat and Executive Director of the ITCB.


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