ContractGeneral Agreement on Trade in Services (Gats) • December 10th, 2008
Contract Type FiledDecember 10th, 2008The provision of services has become one of the most important determinants of global GDP and trade. Thus it has critical implications for human development. Efficient and equitable infrastructure and social services are crucial to countries’ competitiveness and people’s well-being. Excluding public services, services account for more than 60 per cent of GDP in industrial countries and 50 per cent in developing countries (Corner House, 2001).