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WTO Dispute Settlement Understanding
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About — WTO Dispute Settlement Understanding
The WTO Dispute Settlement Understanding (DSU) establishes rules and procedures for resolving trade conflicts between member countries, ensuring compliance with global trade agreements. It is significant as it provides a structured mechanism to enforce trade rules, preventing unilateral actions and promoting predictability in international commerce. For example, the United States successfully challenged China’s restrictions on intellectual property under the DSU, leading to China’s policy ref...