# Law of Dispute Resolution in International Trade - Institution: NALSAR University of Law - Department: Law - Teacher: Prof. Kapil Sharma - Level: Undergraduate - Language: English - Subjects: Law - Source: [NPTEL](https://nptel.ac.in/courses/129106005) - Licence: [CC BY-NC-SA](https://nptel.ac.in/faq) (Non-commercial use only.) - Syllabus: [at the source](https://nptel.ac.in/courses/129106005) - Who can watch: Teens profiles and older (sources give no ratings; placed by Invisible Network from the source's own words) This course introduces the legal principles, institutions, and procedures governing dispute resolution in international trade, with a practical focus on how the system operates in real-world contexts. It examines the dispute settlement framework of the World Trade Organization, its distinctive significance within international law, and the impact of contemporary geopolitical tensions on its effectiveness and legitimacy. The course also considers future trajectories while developing students’ ability to critically assess the balance between trade liberalization, state sovereignty, and evolving global challenges. Intended audience: Law students, MBA students, Economics students, and all others interested in the area. Prerequisites: Completed Intermediate/12th Std. with any combination ## Lectures 1. [Need for Dispute Resolution in International Trade](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/d93d95bd10eb) (YouTube) 2. [Introduction to the WTO and the Global Trading System](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/ade81900a8f9) (YouTube) 3. [Dispute Settlement under GATT](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/94aeec2a4e60) (YouTube) 4. [Weaknesses of GATT Dispute Settlement System](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/0f7236f85f78) (YouTube) 5. [Evolution of Dispute Settlement From GATT Reforms to DSU](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/8bd1200868c8) (YouTube) 6. [Functions, Objectives & Key Features of WTO Dispute Settlement](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/c96976b436b5) (YouTube) 7. [Providing Security and Predictability to the Multilateral Trading System](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/bfb01769df36) (YouTube) 8. [Clarification of Rights and Obligations](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/dfb9c7deb38f) (YouTube) 9. [Mutually Acceptable Solution and Prompt Settlement of Disputes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/d18d2e595201) (YouTube) 10. [Exclusive and Compulsory Jurisdiction and Prohibition on Unilateral Determination](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/8ba0ee009eb5) (YouTube) 11. [Scope of WTO Disputes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/ffe40e06c411) (YouTube) 12. [What Can Be Challenged?](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/741d9d4fd713) (YouTube) 13. [Who Can Bring a Dispute?](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/b4873699a573) (YouTube) 14. [Institutional Framework of the WTO Dispute Settlement System](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/d3e3353d6ddd) (YouTube) 15. [Diplomacy vs. Adjudication: Approaches to Dispute Resolution](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/2e83fe3fb424) (YouTube) 16. [Consultations - Part I](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/3c8edfdf69c6) (YouTube) 17. [Consultations - Part II](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/d6d1d1ab695b) (YouTube) 18. [Consultations - Part III](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/a0bb985fa32b) (YouTube) 19. [Consultations - Part IV](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/7c0e91bba1fc) (YouTube) 20. [Consultations - Part V](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/321dd09d45c3) (YouTube) 21. [Panel Adjudication (Part I)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/812e0458944f) (YouTube) 22. [Panel Adjudication (Part II)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/623344cad125) (YouTube) 23. [Panel Adjudication (Part III)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/5179015aadd9) (YouTube) 24. [Panel Adjudication (Part IV)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/788b18be522e) (YouTube) 25. [Third Parties](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/764e136527f0) (YouTube) 26. [Panel Adjudication (Part V)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/07e8509035d9) (YouTube) 27. [Panel Adjudication (Part VI)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/13940af989ea) (YouTube) 28. [Panel Adjudication (Part VII)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/8d8d259dc7dd) (YouTube) 29. [Panel Adjudication (Part VIII)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/1b6bf587e656) (YouTube) 30. [Panel Adjudication (Part IX)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/05656b42abca) (YouTube) 31. [Appellate Review (Part I)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/c83e0ad84fb1) (YouTube) 32. [Appellate Review (Part II)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/dbd03d67374f) (YouTube) 33. [Appellate Review (Part III)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/854547b4de6b) (YouTube) 34. [Appellate Review (Part IV)](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/2872102660e6) (YouTube) 35. [US Concerns Regarding the Appellate Body](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/a58f294616b8) (YouTube) 36. [Implementation of Reports](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/684040cc145b) (YouTube) 37. [Deciding RPT](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/323b608c44e8) (YouTube) 38. [Deciding RPT by Arbitrator](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/f59331ed64a1) (YouTube) 39. [Compliance Panel](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/f897e385eba2) (YouTube) 40. [Sequencing Agreement](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/3bfb18446ca9) (YouTube) 41. [Remedies - Part I || Compensation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/eff362a9f599) (YouTube) 42. [Remedies - Part II || Retaliation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/88451093e1cd) (YouTube) 43. [Remedies - Part III || Retaliation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/1138c663d53c) (YouTube) 44. [Remedies - Part IV || Purpose of Remedies](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/4e57115758f8) (YouTube) 45. [Remedies - Part V || Problems in Remedies](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/10b707f924dc) (YouTube) 46. [Good Office, Conciliation & Mediation Art. 5 of DSU](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/e820e35f02c8) (YouTube) 47. [Arbitration Art. 25 of DSU](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/ac0bf44ab9f3) (YouTube) 48. [Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration Arrangement - MPIA - Part I](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/f752e03b33d6) (YouTube) 49. [Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration Arrangement - MPIA - Part II](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/b68260d5858a) (YouTube) 50. [Special and Differential Treatment](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/01eb5743ab42) (YouTube) 51. [DSU Reforms Doha Round - Part I](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/e68444e2b9f6) (YouTube) 52. [DSU Reforms Doha Round - Part II](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/9a5b946d2ec1) (YouTube) 53. [DSU Reforms Walker Proposal](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/de8ed98a81b5) (YouTube) 54. [Ongoing DSU Reforms Molina Text - Part I](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/8f0eb0aaf934) (YouTube) 55. [Ongoing DSU Reforms Molina Text - Part II](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/4a75330e53aa) (YouTube) 56. [Ongoing DSU Reforms Molina Text - Part III](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/11e426f008ef) (YouTube) 57. [Ongoing DSU Reforms Ambassador Usha Dwarka-Text - Part I](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/36ad04d7df79) (YouTube) 58. [Ongoing DSU Reforms Ambassador Usha Dwarka-Text - Part II](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/aa90faa4f68e) (YouTube) 59. [Future of WTO Dispute Settlement System](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/257f7cebb102) (YouTube) 60. [Summarizing & Concluding the Course](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/129106005/0abb806f8ad0) (YouTube)