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Courses - Summer 2026
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GVPT309T
Topics in International Relations; Global Trade Politics: Tariffs, Non-Tariff Barriers, and Disputes
Credits: 3
Grad Meth: Reg, P-F, Aud
This course examines contemporary trade conflicts through the lens of international political economy (IPE), with a particular focus on tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and the World Trade Organization dispute settlement system. Students will study key trade policy instruments including antidumping measures, safeguard measures, and national security based trade restrictions and analyze how states use these tools in practice. By the end of the course, students will develop a practical understanding of how trade law, state power, and political interests shape global trade conflicts.