REVISITING PUBLIC SERVICES UNDER GATS: A LEGAL ANALYSIS OF COMMITMENTS AND STATE DISCRETION

Alamonova, Shoira Ergash kizi

Ўзбекистон қонунчилиги таҳлили – Uzbek law review – Обзор законодательства Узбекис тана · 2025-yil

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The General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) has been a subject of debate regarding its impact on the liberalization of essential public services, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, education, and water. Critics argue that GATS could pressure states into privatizing these services, undermining governmental control and social welfare protections. This article critically examines the legal framework of GATS, clarifying its scope, commitments, and limitations concerning public services. It explores the voluntary and flexible nature of GATS commitments, analyzing key provisions such as market access, national treatment, and exceptions under Article I:3. The findings suggest that careful scheduling of commitments, strategic use of exemptions, and regulatory safeguards are essential to preserving national autonomy over vital public services.

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MualliflarAlamonova, Shoira Ergash kizi
JurnalЎзбекистон қонунчилиги таҳлили – Uzbek law review – Обзор законодательства Узбекис тана
Nashr sanasi2025-02-14
Jild17
Son4
Betlar117-120
TilIngliz

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GATS, goverтmental control, mmitments, key provision, national autonomy

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