| ID | 100988 |
| Title Proper | Japan's FTA strategy toward highly developed countries |
| Other Title Information | comparing Australia's and Switzerland's experiences, 2000-09 |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Yoshimatsu, Hidetaka ; Ziltener, Patrick |
| Publication | 2010. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article analyzes Japan's motivations in opening negotiations on free trade agreements with Australia and Switzerland, highlighting intersections between domestic and international factors. While Australia is a security ally of Japan and a main source of natural resources, Switzerland is a traditional ally in World Trade Organization negotiations and considered a gateway to the European market. |
| `In' analytical Note | Asian Survey Vol. 50, No. 6; Nov-Dec 2010: p1058-1081 |
| Journal Source | Asian Survey Vol. 50, No. 6; Nov-Dec 2010: p1058-1081 |
| Key Words | Free Trade Agreement ; FTA ; Economic Partnership Agreement ; EPA ; WTO ; New Bilateralism ; Market Liberalization |