The EC-Japan Elements of Consensus (A)

Published 01 Apr 1993
Reference 310
Region Global
Length 21 page(s)
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.