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Protectionism and Trade Liberalisation. Protectionism and Trade Liberalisation. Protectionism. Non-Tariff Barriers. Rules Regulations Voluntary Export Restraints (VERs) Legislation Exacting Standards or Specifications. Reasons:. Protect domestic industries Protect domestic employment
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Non-Tariff Barriers • Rules • Regulations • Voluntary Export Restraints (VERs) • Legislation • Exacting Standards or Specifications
Reasons: • Protect domestic industries • Protect domestic employment • Strategic reasons • Political pressures • Protect culture? • Prevent 'Dumping'