It is not really more protectionist than the U.S.
It is procedurally easier to approve trade protection measures than trade liberalisation agreements.
The EU does not have a government accountable to the European people, but national governments that look after their industries.
EU citizens demand more protection.
Total votes: 67
Learning objectives:
Understanding EU trade policy and policy making.
Understanding international trade agreements and how they are made.
Understanding "trade defence" instruments: antidumping and antisubsidy duties.
Understanding logrolling for protection in the field of trade policy.
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