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The EC-Japan Elements of Consensus (A)

By Jonathan Story
Published 01 Apr 1993
Reference 310
Topic Economics & Finance
Industry Automotive,  Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
Region Global
Length 21 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

The case deals with the negotiations between the EC and Japan on automobiles concluded in June-July 1991. The main part of the case covers the EC story from the positions of the Commission, Government and automobiles companies.

Teaching objectives

This is a case on the making of the EC trade policy. It posits a situation where the states and corporations do not agree on possible outcomes.

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The EC-Japan Elements of Consensus: The Aftermath (B)

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    Story

    Jonathan Story

    Emeritus Professor of International Political Economy

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