Agreement on Rules of Origin
During the Uruguay Round, participating countries recognized the need to provide transparency to regulations and practices regarding Rules of Origin.
The main purpose was to prevent unnecessary obstacles to the flow of international trade. The Agreement established a Harmonization Work Programme (HWP) to harmonize Non-Preferential Rules of Origin.
Disciplines to Govern the Application of Rules of Origin
Under the Agreement, Members are obliged to adhere to the following disciplines:
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To publish laws, regulations, judicial decisions and administrative rulings relating to Rules of Origin.
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To provide origin assessments upon request.