Convention on the International Sale of Goods (CISG)
Pace Law School’s Institute of International Commercial Law has compiled on this Web site a database for obtaining information on the United Nations Convention on the International Sale of Goods (CISG) and International Commercial Law. The site contains links to commercial law documents, the text of the CISG and related diplomatic conventions, cases involving the CISG and scholarly articles and materials on international trade law. Attorneys also can obtain information on how to apply the CISG and draft related contracts.
http://cisgw3.law.pace.edu/
Customs and International Trade Bar Association
The Customs and International Trade Bar Association (CITBA) is an organization whose member attorneys are involved in the field of customs and international trade law. The CITBA’s Web site provides a newsletter on recent issues and cases, as well as a collection of filed briefs involving international trade law. The Web site also contains information on membership and offers useful links to other sources of information on international trade law.
http://www.citba.org/
EUROPA, The European Union Online
This is the official Web site of the European Union. It is available in 10 languages and provides information on The European Union and the international issues affecting it, including its international trade law and policies. The Web site offers a variety of informational resources, including: News — containing a list of press releases, upcoming events, and recent issues affecting The European Union; (2) Activities — providing important information and documents on the activities of the European Union; and (3) Institutions — containing information on European Union Organizations such as the European Investment Bank.
http://europa.eu.int/index.htm
European Union — Hieros Gamos
European Union is part of the greater Hieros Gamos legal research Web site. The European Union section provides a comprehensive list of links to information on the European Union and International Trade Law matters. Links include those to European Web sites and international business information.
http://www.hg.org/eu-govt.html
European Union Internet Resources
European Union Internet Resources is a Web site operated by The University of California at Berkeley. The site contains a comprehensive list of links to information about the European Union available online. The site offers a topical index of informational resources that include official European Union Web sites, documents, journals, press releases, treaties, and other international trade related Web sites.
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/GSSI/eu.html
GlobalEDGE
GlobalEDGE is an online resource provided by Michigan State University’s Center for International Business Education and Research (MSU-CIBER). Users can register for this Web site which offers a variety of features, including: Resource Desk — containing a comprehensive guide to research and information online, including country specific Web sites, journals and banking and finance resources; (2) Community — featuring a discussion forum, chat room and GINlist, an electronic mailing list; and (3) Knowledge Room — providing up-to-date feature articles and links to international trade news and recent publications.
http://globaledge.msu.edu/ibrd/ibrd.asp
International Business and Technology — World Level
International Business and Technology — World Level is a Web page operated by the Brint Institute to provide information to business and legal professionals engaged in the area of international trade and commerce. The Web page provides links to information available online regarding international business, import-export, legal and monetary issues and international trade. The site’s topical index includes such headings as: International Business; (2) Trade & Technology; (3) International Banks; (4) Currencies & Markets; and (5) International Laws. Users can also access information from an index to International Business and Technology on the Country Level.
http://www.brint.com/International.htm
International Trade Administration
The International Trade Administration is a section of the United States Department of Commerce. Their Web site contains information on all aspects of international trade including legal, financial and political issues. The site is divided into a number of sections, including: Tariffs and Taxes — which explains how to determine the taxes for a given country; (2) NAFTA Rules of Origin — explaining how to fill out a certificate of origin and containing information on NAFTA; (3) Key Policy Initiatives — information on recent international trade issues and publications; and (4) Export Documentation — containing forms available for downloading, as well as guidelines for filling them out.
http://www.ita.doc.gov
International Trade Commission (ITC)
The United States International Trade Commission (ITC) functions to provide information and advice to the government on international trade and to administer the United States’ trade remedy laws. The ITC’s Web site features information about the organization, current events and trade law issues, hearings, and ongoing investigations. Visitors can also access articles and publications from the ITC’s archive.
http://www.usitc.gov/
Investment Promotion Network (IPAnet)
Investment Promotion Network (IPAnet) was established by the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) of the World Bank Group. The Web site provides a portal for access to information and resources related to foreign investments and trade. Links include those to Web-based documents, information on economies and product markets, investment-related laws and international treaties. The Web site also offers up-to date news and articles on issues affecting international investments, as well as information on upcoming international business events. Users also can register to receive IPAnet’s monthly electronic briefing.
http://www.ipanet.net/
Legal Information Institute (LII) Foreign Relations Law Overview
The Legal Information Institute, run by Cornell Law School, publishes a “Law About” section on its Web site that provides summaries of a specific law and lists links to related information on the Internet. Foreign Relations Overview contains explanations of the basics of international and federal laws governing foreign relations. The site also contains links to relevant federal statutes and legislation, court decisions and international materials and organizations.
http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/foreign_relations.html
Legal Information Institute (LII) International Trade Overview
The Legal Information Institute, run by Cornell Law School, publishes a “Law About” section on its Web site that provides summaries of a specific law and lists links to related information on the Internet. International Trade Overview contains a brief explanation and definition of international trade. The site also contains links to relevant federal statutes and legislation, treaties, international materials and international trade organizations.
http://www.law.cornell.edu/topics/international.html
National Law Center for Inter-American Free Trade
The National Law Center for Inter-America Free Trade is a not-for-profit organization that is involved in advocating for the development of uniformity in international trade laws. The Web site provides information on the Center’s activities, a translation and research service and links to other sources of international trade information online. Visitors to the Web site also can subscribe, for a fee, to the Center’s biweekly Inter-American Trade Report that covers recent news, issues and legal developments regarding international trade.
http://www.natlaw.com/
Office of NAFTA and Inter-American Affairs (ONIA)
The Office of NAFTA and Inter-American Affairs (ONIA) works to eliminate tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade and increase access to international markets. ONIA’s Web site includes up-to-date news, articles, notices and speeches regarding the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), the Free Trade Area of the Americas agreement (FTAA) and other international trade issues. Visitors can also access a comprehensive list of international trade and Commerce Department Links.
http://www.mac.doc.gov/nafta/
Organization of American States -- Foreign Trade Information System (SICE)
SICE provides information and documents on trade related issues. The Web site makes available the full texts of trade agreements, as well as information on issues including, competition policy, dispute settlement, electronic commerce, intellectual property rights and investments. SICE also offers recent articles and links related to international trade, as well as trade data organized by country.
http://www.sice.oas.org/
The Summit of the Americas Center (SOAC)
SOAC was established by Florida International University to provide an independent analysis of trade liberalization and hemispheric integration with the aim of promoting free trade in the Americas. The SOAC's Web site offers information in the following areas: Trade and Integration; (2) Democracy and Governance; (3) Sustainable Development; (4) Human Security; and (5) Breaking News. All areas include links to recent documents and related resources online.
http://www.americasnet.net/
The University of Iowa Center for International Development
The University of Iowa College of Law operates this Web site, which features a comprehensive guide to related documents, organizations and links online. The Web site contains recent articles, excerpts of recommended reading, a discussion forum, and a thorough archive. The site also offers visitors an opportunity to take a poll or a quiz on various international development and legal issues and provides a follow-up comment.
http://www.uiowa.edu/~erclog/webdex/
