Abstract
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to analyze the potential of partnerships of the European Union (EU) with two of the so-called BRIC countries, i.e. Brazil and India. Design/methodology/approach The scope of analysis will be the EU vis-à-vis Brazil and India, using two types of trade liberalization: bilateralism/regionalism and multilateralism. Findings It is found that Brazil and India want to become more important players; yet, they seem to lean against “old” powers (mainly the USA), and tend to focus on south-south regionalism. Research limitations/implications The present study provides a starting-point for further research on the relationship between the European Union and the new leading powers. Originality/value This paper offers practical information to anyone interested in the role of Brazil and India in their relations with the EU, bilaterally/regionally and multilaterally.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 6-26 |
| Number of pages | 21 |
| Journal | Journal of International Trade Law and Policy |
| Volume | 7 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Nov 17 2008 |
Keywords
- Agriculture
- Brazil
- European Union
- India
- International relations
- International trade
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Industrial relations
- Economics, Econometrics and Finance(all)
- Political Science and International Relations
- Law