Hong Kong as an Actor in International Economic Law : Multilateralism, Bilateralism, and Unilateralism / Julien Chaisse.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Chaisse, Julien, author.

Series:

Studies in International Trade and Investment Law.

Studies in International Trade and Investment Law

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Commercial law--China--Hong Kong.

Commercial law.

Dispute resolution (Law)--China--Hong Kong.

Dispute resolution (Law).

Foreign trade regulation--China--Hong Kong.

Foreign trade regulation.

Investments, Foreign--Law and legislation--China--Hong Kong.

Investments, Foreign.

Taxation--Law and legislation--China--Hong Kong.

Taxation.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (328 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Distribution:

London : Bloomsbury Publishing (UK), 2024.

Place of Publication:

London : Hart Publishing, 2024.

System Details:

text file HTML

Summary:

This open access book unveils Hong Kong's pivotal role in the realm of international economic law. Unique to this book is its focus on the interplay between Hong Kong's historical roots and institutional contexts, integrated into its exploration of unilateral, bilateral, and multilateral economic approaches. What sets this book apart is its in-depth treatment of Hong Kong's distinct position as China's Special Administrative Region. It showcases the balance the territory maintains: the autonomy it enjoys, its own robust legal and economic systems, all while being intertwined with broader global interests. Hong Kong's position as China's economic gateway, coupled with its adaptability amidst technological evolutions and international tensions, positions it uniquely in the global economic arena. With the Asia-Pacific economy's rapid evolution and the Greater Bay Area's development, Hong Kong's role is illuminated as increasingly pivotal. This book exposes challenges confronting Hong Kong, from political changes to the ramifications of the National Security Law, while emphasising its continued relevance and growing influence. As Hong Kong threads its path in a globalised world, its prowess in international economic law remains a cornerstone of its identity. Will the territory sustain its prominence amidst evolving challenges and global shifts? The answers lie within, and further research awaits as we track its unfolding narrative. Specifically tailored for academics, diplomats, and researchers in international law, relations, economics and finance, this book offers a vital perspective. Anyone with a vested interest in international economic law and policy will find this comprehensive exploration invaluable. The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licence on bloomsburycollections.com.

Contents:

1. Hong Kong as an Actor in International Economic Law: An Introduction Part I: Unilateral Foundations: Domestic Trade, Investment, and Taxation in Hong Kong 2. Trade on the Frontier: Hong Kong's Unilateral Trade Regime and its Evolution 3. Forging Pathways: Hong Kong's Unilateral Foreign Investment Landscape 4. Tax Haven or Tax Haven't? Exploring Hong Kong's Unilateral Tax Regime Part I Conclusion Part II: Bilateral Endeavours: Strengthening Hong Kong's Economic Relations 5. Crossing Borders: Hong Kong's Free Trade Agreements and their Impact 6. Investing in Partnerships: The Role of Bilateral Investment Treaties in Hong Kong's Economic Policy 7. Navigating Bilateral Tax Relations: Hong Kong's Tax Treaty Landscape Part II Conclusion Part III: Multilateral Engagement: Hong Kong's Role in Global Economic Institutions 8. World Trade on the Horizon: Hong Kong's Engagement with the WTO 9. Cross-Border Investments: Hong Kong and the Multilateral Investment Framework 10. Hong Kong and the Evolution of International Taxation: Aligning with Global Tax Norms Part III Conclusion Part IV: Resolving Economic Conflicts: Dispute Settlement in Hong Kong's International Relations 11. Steering Through Disputes: Hong Kong's Engagement in WTO Dispute Settlement 12. Investor-State Dispute Settlement: Navigating Hong Kong's Role and Responsibilities 13. Global Tax Tussles: Hong Kong's Strategy for Resolving International Tax Disagreements Part IV Conclusion 14. Conclusion

Notes:

Creative Commons. CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/deed.en

ISBN:

9781509968190

OCLC:

1420042283