No. 9 A special safeguard mechanism for developing countries - October 2005

Year of publication2005

AuthorFAO

PublisherFAO

AbstractAs countries reduce tariffs and bind them at lower levels, they become increasingly vulnerable to external agricultural market instability and to import surges that could damage viable agricultural production activities. Vulnerability to such external shocks is of particular concern to developing countries endeavoring to develop their agricultural potential and to diversify production in order to enhance their food security and alleviate poverty.

 

Product typeJournal; magazine; bulletin

SeriesTrade Policy Technical Notes

Areas of workTrade Policy and Partnerships

Keywordsagricultural products; international trade; import controls; price policies; support measures; tariffs; world markets; market prices; Developing countries