T he control of strategic exports in the koreajapan dispute Conflict security and trade war Background to the dispute the blisting of K orea A Group WA MTCR Australia Group NSG B Group License by transaction ID: 768952
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The control of strategic exports in the korea-japan dispute Conflict, security, and trade war
Background to the dispute
the b-listing of K orea A Group WA MTCR Australia Group NSG B Group License by transaction Written promise of civilian use 3 months validity
The Korean Response A Group B Group A-2 Group
Other falloutThe boycott against consumer goods and travel The decision to terminate GSOMIA The deterioration of the defense alliance in E. Asia The U.S.’s waning influence in the region
Implications for practitionersHardship on clients in high-risk sectors Semiconductors and displays (45%) Petroleum and chemical products Machinery Steel and aluminum Speedy movement on obtaining permits Assuming the current situation becomes long-termObtaining and renewing permitsIncluding with the aid of local counselClear understanding of local and export control law
Is there any way out? Article XI of GATT prohibits quantitative restrictions on exports and imports However, Japan will raise Article XXI (security) as a defense It is possible to argue that there were no real shortfalls in Korea’s implementations of strategic goods control However, the WTO dispute system has been VERY deferential to member states on Article XXI Ultimately, the best resolution is a diplomatic one