WTO : South Asia and Nepal

Contents: I. Introduction: 1. Background. 2. Objective of study. 3. Rationale of the study. 4. Research approach and methodology. II. Globalization and Nepal: 1. Introduction. 2. Main purpose of WTO. 3. Tasks of WTO. 4. Principles of the multilateral trading system. 5. Roots of the WTO. 6. GATT vs. WTO. III. The Uruguay Round and WTO Negotiations: 1. Introduction. 2. Main agenda of round. 3. Main features and provisions of the round. 4. WTO negotiations. 5. WTO and least developed countries. IV. Nepal\'s Accession to WTO: 1. Nepal\'s efforts for WTO membership. 2. Preparation for WTO at SAARC level. 3. Attractions and treats. V. Major Findings: 1. Introduction to WTO. 2. WTO and least developed countries. 3. Introduction to the Uruguay round. 4. Ministerial conferences of WTO. 5. Nepal\'s accession to WTO. 6. Nepalese efforts through SAARC forum. 7. Attractions and treats. VI. Strategy for Development: 1. Explore the potential opportunities. 2. Strengthen the production sector. 3. Educate the people properly. 4. Ensure cooperation and coordination from SAARC members. 5. Strengthen the trade related institutions. Bibliography. Annexure.