LW6167E - International Economic Law and Relations | ||||||||
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Course Aims | ||||||||
This course provides a comprehensive review of International Economic Law and examines the cardinal and cutting-edge topics in the international economic system from the interdisciplinary perspective of international law and international relations. While the discussion is mainly based on the Bretton Woods System (the GATT/WTO, IMF and World Bank) and focus on world trade, investment and finance, it also touches upon some of the most imperative issues which are bringing fundamental changes to the international political, economic and legal order, such as digital trade, global regulation of central bank digital currencies, global data regulation, global regulation of state capitalism, U.S.-China tech war, China's Belt and Road Initiative, among others. The purpose of the course is to empower the students to develop an enriched and extensive view of the legal aspects of the international economic architecture as well as the underlying rationale behind its operation. In particular, they will be exposed to the concepts, principles, doctrines, institutions, and theories in international law and international relations, and use the analytical skills learned to understand the interaction between political power and global economic governance, especially how U.S.-China rivalry may shape the development of international economic law and the underlying international economic order. | ||||||||
Assessment (Indicative only, please check the detailed course information) | ||||||||
Continuous Assessment: 40% | ||||||||
Examination: 60% | ||||||||
Examination: The use of Generative AI tools is not allowed. Applicable to students admitted from Semester A 2022/23 to Summer Term 2024 When University facilities and resources are available, students are required to take a computer-based examination in computer labs. During the examination, students are blocked from access to files, programmes and the Internet. Applicable to students admitted before Semester A 2022/23 and in Semester A 2024/25 & thereafter When University facilities and resources are available, students are required to take a computer-based examination in computer labs. During the examination, students are blocked from access to files, programmes and the Internet. | ||||||||
Examination Duration: 3 hours | ||||||||
Detailed Course Information | ||||||||
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