From textiles to motor vehicles: a sectoral study of rules of origin complexity
Guillaume Gerout
Trade Negotiation Expert, World Customs Organisation, Finland
Published 29 Dec 2024

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In their recent report, the World Customs Organization (WCO) proposed a new methodology for classifying and comparing product-specific rules of origin between agreements. This new conceptual tool: the "drafting complexity index" (DCI) was used to provide insights into rules for automotive and textile sectors.