Volume 2 – The potential of trade and investment policies to address labour market issues in supply chains

Chapter 1. Implementation of labour provisions under Canadian, European Union and United States trade agreements

This chapter sheds light on labour provisions in trade agreements, focusing on the approaches taken by three key proponents of such provisions: Canada, the European Union and the United States of America. It analyses the design of relevant provisions and then looks at their implementation, focusing on notable dialogue, cooperation and dispute settlement activities. On this basis, the chapter draws several lessons for policymaking, including on avenues to involve stakeholders more effectively in the implementation of agreements.