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The "Economic and Trade Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the People's Republic of China", known as Phase One Deal, entered into force on February 14, 2020.[i] Through this agreement, China would, among other things, make structural reforms, open its financial services, and strengthen intellectual property. China pledged to buy at least $200 billion more U.S. goods and services over 2020 and 2021. However, after almost two years, complaints have arises about China's not meetings its obligations under the Phase One Deal.[ii] According to some statistics, China has reached only sixty two percent of that target.[iii] As Phase One Deal sets to expire in December 2021, questions arise to its future and compliance and enforcement under the Deal. [i] See Economic and Trade Agreement between the Government of the United States of America and the Government of the People's Republic of China, Jan. 15, 2020, available at . [ii] See Office of the United States Trade Representative, What are they Saying: Ambassador Katherine Tai Outlines the Biden-Harris Administration's New Approach to the U.S.-China Trade Relationship, Oct. 4, 2021, available at . [iii] See Chad P. Bown, US-China Phase One Tracker: China's Purchases of US Goods, Nov. 24, 2021, available at .

Trade policy increasingly intersects with areas of domestic and economic policy. Therefore, it is important for members of the parliament to pay attention to the negotiations and conclusions of international trade agreements.

The purpose of the present article is two-fold. First, the article examines the reasons as to why Arab countries do not actively participate in WTO dispute settlement proceedings. Trade volume, lack of technical expertise, financial strains, political relations enforcement, and language problems each play a role in Arab countries under-participation and are discussed herein. Second, the article provides possible avenues through which Arab countries can enhance their presence in the WTO dispute settlement process. In the process of examining these issues, the article highlights the case(s) in which Arab countries participated in the WTO dispute settlement system.

Role of Law Dubai Law No 12 of 2020 on Government Contracts and Warehouse Management and Performing of Contracts

This article addresses the problems associated with aircraft noise with or without pilots. It asks whether the administrative measures taken by France and the United Arab Emirates are sufficient and efficient to combat noise pollution. It examines the aeronautical preventive measures, as well as those related to urbanism, before discussing remedial measures for aircraft noise. This article finds that the administrative measures taken by the UAE, in comparison to those of France, are insufficient and ineffective. One of the reasons is that the preventative and suppressive measures reflect the transversal nature of noise: they are both national and international regulations, but they are not homogenous, unitary and structured. Legislative policies, taking into account expert suggestions and opinions, must emerge in the UAE by following the recommendations on the protection of the environment of international institutions, such as ICAO. Thus, the mitigation measures would be used to redistribute aircraft noise to diminish its impact on the most sensitive areas. This article recommends measures such as modifying runways, as well as routes, and special manoeuvres to reduce noise during take-off and approach.

Jordan made substantial market access commitments as part of its WTO membership negotiations. Jordan has low average tariffs with single or two digits rate and ad valorem-only duties with some exceptions where specific duties apply. Customs standards in Jordan were streamlined in accordance with WTO rules. Jordan confirmed in its accession to the WTO that free zones or export processing zones would be fully subject to the coverage of the commitments taken in the protocol of accession. The purpose of this article is to examine and analyse Jordan's current imports and tariffs regime.

A strong dispute resolution mechanism is a core component of FTAs which must provide a reliable and stable venue to address meritorious claims and deliver enforceable results and demonstrates the commitments of each government to comply with the contractual obligations. Without this commitment, businesses will be reluctant to risk capital. FTAs require legal foundation incentivizing stability, transparency, and compliance with obligations.

In the area of dispute resolution, the U.S. FTAs with Arab countries share some commonalities. However, the US – JO FTA clearly differs from other U.S. FTAs with Arab countries. Areas of difference include treatment of perishable goods, appeal, panel report, and implementation of panel report. The dispute settlement mechanism in the US – JO FTA can be improved in several concrete ways.

The purpose of this article is to elucidate the protection of intellectual property under Sharia law. The article approaches this subject not only historically but also analytically. In particular, the article elaborates on the legal concepts that may provide a basis for intellectual property protection in Sharia by analyzing the present-day challenges of incorporating new types of intellectual property rights under Sharia. The article also examines the reasons for the lack of sufficient protection for intellectual property rights in Arab countries considering that Sharia recognizes these rights in some form.