Abstract
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) are reshaping the dynamics of trade and investment. The services sector, which includes computer technology and related services, as well as telecommunications and audiovisual services, is particularly influenced by rapid change and innovative digital realities. Accordingly, unlike the slow development of rules at the multilateral level, Regional Trade Agreements are increasingly incorporating regulations which address the new challenges. In this context, this paper examines the current rules contained in Regional Trade Agreements (RTAs) of Chile, Colombia and Peru with the United States of America, the European Union and the Peoples’ Republic of China, respectively. The question of whether relevant regulations liberalize or restrict trade in ICT services is discussed. Accordingly, this paper maps the above mentioned RTAs and concludes that substantive restrictions do not currently exist. However, the paper points to the need of further research regarding regulation and negotiation of important aspects of Intellectual Property rights protection and Data Protection regarding digital trade.
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