Právní aspekty obchodu EU s vybranými třetími zeměmi

Abstract

The goal of thesis is give a representation of the external trade of the EU's relations with major trading partners. Emphasis was placed on the trade agreements which were concluded between them. Business relationships are focused on the legal aspects, not on the description of the commodity structure of transactions. There are described also the significant trade disputes between countries that have taken place in the past or are still ongoing. The first chapter deals with international trade since the 19th century. It defines basic concepts which are necessary for understanding the external trade relations of the EU. It also describes a characteristic and a formation of a common trade policy of the EU. The second chapter is devoted to instruments of the common trade policy of the EU. The chapter also focuses on the multilateral trading system and in particular the World Trade Organization, which in world trade plays an essential role. The third chapter is devoted to the EU trade relations with the most important states. It is described to preview of future relations with these countries. The thesis is useful for those who want to comprehensively understand the external trade relations of the EU and the common trade policy of the EU.